How to Make Cafe-Quality Hot Matcha at Home

Our Hot Matcha Tea is served pure and simple — no ice, no syrup, no milk to dilute the deep, velvety aroma of premium green tea. Whether you're a matcha lover looking to explore beyond the latte, or simply craving something warm and grounding, this is the cup for you.

Even in summer, there's something special about slowing down with a hot drink. And paired with one of our homemade bakes? Pure harmony.

Author

Discover matcha the way it is meant to be enjoyed!

Cook Time

5 minutes

Servings

1 cup

Category

Drink

Cuisine

Japanese

Ingredients

• Matcha powder
• Water

Directions

1. Prepare a whisk, a bowl, and your favorite matcha. We recommend our Yame Okumidori, which boasts a rich, deep umami and vibrant green tea flavour.
2. Weigh 3g of matcha powder using kitchen scales and put it into the bowl.
3. Pour 40ml of hot water (around 70°C) into the bowl. Note: Avoid using boiling water, as high temperatures release catechins, which can make the tea bitter. Keeping the water at 70°C preserves the natural sweetness of the matcha.
4. Strain the mixture through a fine strainer to ensure there are absolutely no lumps.
5. Pour the matcha back into the bowl, add an additional 100ml of hot water, and whisk vigorously in a zigzag motion for another 15 to 20 seconds. Once large bubbles appear, bring the whisk to the surface and whisk gently to break them down into a fine, creamy foam.
6. Pour around 100ml of hot water into a 8oz cup. If you prefer a stronger flavour, using less water works best. Feel free to adjust the amount to suit your taste!
7. Gently pour your prepared matcha into a cup.
8. Unlike with iced drinks, the beautiful bubbles stay on the surface, enhancing the rich aroma and creating a delicate texture.