iced matcha latte

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do you matcha much? pretty new to the green tea powder myself and it’s been a pleasure to experiment with.

 

literally. due to the increased levels of l-theanine found in matcha leaves. l-theanine is an amino acid that has been shown to increase the production of alpha waves to the brain.

 

these waves not only induce mental relaxation and reduce stress but they also stimulate an improvement of mood, concentration, and memory.

 

matcha is even used by monks in ceremony as a way to relax yet remain alert while meditating.

 

a drink that promotes concentration and clarity of mind AND still tastes good? as if that’s not enough matcha is also high in chlorophyll and you know how i feel about chlorophyll.

 

yes please!

to prepare the matcha:

2TB matcha powder

add about 1/2 cup of 175 degree water which is somewhat less than boiling.

next, whisk briskly in a ‘w’ or ‘m’ pattern for a minute or two until the matcha froths to a nice green colored foam.

to prepare the coconut hemp milk you’ll need:

1 1/2 cups water

2TB coconut butter

1TB hemp seeds

2 dates (optional)

blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until creamy and smooth.

to make the iced latte:

grab a 1 quart mason jar and fill it with 4 cups ice.

pour the matcha over the ice, add the milk, stir and enjoy! serves 1-2.

 

 

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16 Responses to “iced matcha latte”
  1. Jessica Lam says:

    Matcha lattes are my favourite! This looks so delicious!

  2. Jeanne says:

    I’ve only ever used matcha tea bags, but this looks like something I need to try!

  3. Patricia says:

    Never had this before. Seems good though. NIce, simple recipe!

  4. Matcha is new to me and I am learning so much about it these days. The iced latte is something I can definitely use today.

  5. Cristina says:

    I think I’m the last moron on earth who haven’t tried matcha yet. I have no idea how to prepare it or how it tastes – just that it’s super green.
    I really have to put some effort into finding some matcha powder.

  6. Leah says:

    This latte sounds so good! I can’t wait to make it!

  7. Lee Anne says:

    I love Matcha, yum! And so many things I didn’t know about it. Can’t wait to try your recipe.

    XO
    Lee Anne
    http://www.lifebylee.com

  8. Courtney says:

    I’ve actually never heard of this at all. I think my boyfriend would really enjoy this though!

  9. I bought some matcha earlier this summer to make iced lattes yet and haven’t used it yet. I definitely need to try this recipe out and put one together!

  10. This sounds so yummy. A great way to mix up mornings when you need a boost, but not feeling like having regular old coffee!

  11. Willow says:

    I only just recently started drinking matcha tea. I like to add it to my morning smoothie, or make a latte. The coconut hemp milk sounds delicious! I am going to have to try it!

  12. Gayathri says:

    I have been hearing so much about Match these days. I will have to try it out soon!

  13. Katie says:

    Yum! I love Matcha!!

  14. La Shell says:

    I can never get matcha right! thanks for the recipe!

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