Matcha Latte Recipes: Easy to Make Matcha Lattes at Home

If you’re looking for the easiest (and most delicious) way to enjoy matcha at home, start with a latte.

Smooth, creamy, and endlessly customizable, matcha lattes are the perfect balance of flavor and comfort — whether you prefer them iced, hot, sweetened, or simple.

The key? It’s all about building your drink the right way.

The Foundation of a Great Matcha Latte

A well-balanced matcha latte comes down to three simple components:

• Matcha as your base — it brings flavor, color, and depth

• Water as your bloom — it unlocks aroma and smooths texture

• Milk as your body — it carries flavor and creates that creamy finish

When these elements are in balance, you get a latte that’s vibrant, smooth, and never flat.

Matcha Latte Recipes

Iced Matcha Latte (At-Home Method)

Optimal Ratios

12 oz:

• 3g sifted matcha (approx. 3 tsp)

• 2 oz warm water

• 8–10 oz milk

• Full glass of ice

16 oz:

• 4g sifted matcha (approx. 4 tsp)

• 2 oz warm water

• 10–12 oz milk

• Full glass of ice

How to Make It

1. Sift your matcha

   This removes clumps and ensures a smooth finish

2. Add warm water

   About 2 oz to “bloom” the matcha and unlock its aroma

3. Whisk or shake

   Mix vigorously for 15–20 seconds until smooth and slightly frothy

4. Build your drink

   Fill a glass with ice and pour in your milk

5. Pour and swirl

   Add the matcha concentrate and gently stir

6. Sweeten if desired

   Honey, maple, or simple syrup all work beautifully

Why This Method Works

Cold drinks naturally soften matcha’s flavor and aroma. Using a slightly stronger matcha base ensures the flavor still shines through — even as the ice melts.

Starting with a concentrated mixture also keeps your latte tasting consistent from the first sip to the last.

Hot Matcha Latte

Optimal Ratios

12 oz:

• 2g sifted matcha (approx. 2 tsp)

• 2 oz hot water

• 8–10 oz milk

  
  

16 oz:

• 3g sifted matcha (approx. 3–4 tsp)

• 2 oz hot water

• 10–12 oz milk

How to Make It

1. Sift matcha into your cup or bowl

2. Add 2 oz hot water but not boiling (160–170°F)

3. Whisk until smooth and lightly frothy

4. Heat or steam milk to (140–150°F)

5. Pour milk into the matcha and gently combine

6. Sweeten or adjust to taste

   
   

Tips for the Best Hot Latte

Avoid boiling water to prevent bitterness

• Keep milk warm, not overly hot, to preserve texture

• A light foam (microfoam) creates a smoother, more café-style finish.

Choosing the Right Milk

Both dairy and plant-based milks work beautifully in matcha lattes, it just depends on the texture and flavor you prefer.

• Whole Milk — rich, creamy, and creates the most stable foam for café-style lattes

• 2% Milk — slightly lighter but still smooth with good texture and balance

• Oat Milk — naturally sweet, smooth, great for foam

• Almond Milk — lighter body with a subtle nutty note

• Soy Milk — creamy with reliable foam

• Coconut Milk — rich and bold, more dominant flavor

• Barista Blends — designed for foam, structure, and consistency

Make It Your Own

One of the best things about matcha lattes is how adaptable they are.

Whether you prefer them iced and refreshing or warm and comforting, there’s no single “right” way, just the way you enjoy it most so play around!

With several new matcha blends now part of our lineup, we’re continuing to expand our offerings with thoughtfully and carefully sourced teas you can trust, giving you more ways to explore matcha — from classic to creative.

Once you master these matcha latte recipes, you can easily adjust them to suit your taste, milk choice, and sweetness level.

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