Is matcha with strawberry good?

Yes, matcha and strawberry are a surprisingly good match. The earthy taste of matcha can be a little sharp on its own, but strawberries balance it out with sweetness and just enough acidity. When you combine them in a strawberry matcha latte , you get a drink that’s smooth, refreshing, and easy to sip.

What is in a strawberry matcha?

A basic strawberry matcha latte has just a few ingredients: fresh strawberries, sugar, milk, matcha powder, hot water, and ice. You can adjust the sweetness, switch out the milk, or blend the strawberries to your preferred texture. Some people like to add extras like vanilla, maple syrup, or boba for more flavor and fun. If you like this, you might also enjoy my pistachio latte recipe , which has that same creamy feel with a nutty twist.

Are you supposed to mix a strawberry matcha latte?

You can mix it if you want, but you don’t have to. Many people like to admire the layers first, the red strawberry at the bottom, the milk in the middle, and the matcha on top. Once you’re ready to drink, give it a gentle stir or sip it through a wide straw to enjoy all the flavors together.

How to make strawberry sauce for matcha latte?

Start with a few ripe strawberries and a bit of sugar. Mash them in a bowl until juicy and soft. For a smoother result, blend the strawberries and strain out the seeds. You can use this fresh purée right away or store it in the fridge for a few days. It’s the perfect base for your strawberry matcha latte .

Strawberry Matcha Latte – 5-Minute Recipe You’ll Love

Ingredients

Scale

4 fresh strawberries

2 teaspoons sugar (or honey/maple syrup)

¾ cup milk (or plant-based milk)

1½ teaspoons matcha powder

4 tablespoons hot water

Ice cubes

Instructions

1. Mash strawberries with sugar until juicy or blend and strain if smoother texture is preferred.

2. Add strawberry mixture to bottom of a tall glass.

Mashing fresh strawberries to make the base

3. Add ice on top of strawberries.

4. Pour milk slowly over the ice.

5. Sift matcha powder into a bowl, add hot water, and whisk until frothy.

Sifting and whisking matcha until frothy

6. Pour matcha over milk slowly to layer.

7. Serve immediately or stir gently.

The finished drink, served with cookies for a treat

Notes

Use ceremonial matcha for best flavor. Oat milk or almond milk work well for dairy-free options. Add vanilla or boba for variation.

Author: Sophia Benton
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Category: Beverage
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: Japanese, American
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 160
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 10mg