Looking for a refreshing drink that's creamy, nutty, and easy to make at home? This iced hojicha latte combines roasted Japanese green tea with milk, maple syrup, and ice for a smooth, café-quality drink in just a few minutes.
Unlike matcha, hojicha has a naturally roasted flavor with notes of caramel and cocoa, making it the perfect chilled latte for warm days or whenever you're craving something a little different.
Iced hojicha lattes have become increasingly popular at specialty coffee shops thanks to their rich roasted flavor and lower caffeine content compared to coffee and matcha.
While they're especially refreshing during spring and summer, they're delicious year-round whenever you want a cool, creamy drink without an intense caffeine kick..
Ingredients
This recipe keeps the ingredient list simple so the roasted hojicha flavor shines. Maple syrup complements the tea's naturally nutty notes, while just a tiny pinch of salt enhances the overall flavor. Any milk works well, although oat milk creates an especially creamy latte.
You'll need:
- Hojicha powder
- Hot water
- Maple syrup
- Pinch of sea salt
- Milk of choice
- Ice cubes
See the recipe card below for exact quantities.
Instructions
Step 1
Whisk the hojicha powder with hot water until completely smooth.
Substitutions
- Milk - Use oat, soy, almond, or coconut milk.
- Maple syrup - agave syrup, or your preferred liquid sweetener.
Variations
You can make it in so many different ways, you can add pureed fruit to the bottom, like pureed mango or strawberries are popular options. You can add a shot of espresso
Equipment
If you have a matcha set with a whisk that works great, but you can also use a milk frother or blender if you don't.
- Bamboo whisk (chasen) or small whisk
- Small bowl or measuring cup
- Tall serving glass
- Spoon or milk frother
- Measuring spoons
Top Tip
Whisk the hojicha thoroughly before adding it to the milk. Even small clumps can affect the texture, so taking an extra minute to dissolve the powder completely makes for a much smoother latte.
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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon hojicha powder 5-6 g
- 60 ml hot but not boiling water
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- A small grain pinch of sea salt
- 80 ml milk of choice I use soy or oat
Instructions
- Add the hojicha powder to a small sieve over a bowl. Sift it trhoguh.
- Pour in the hot water and whisk until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
- Fill a serving glass with ice cubes. Pour the milk over the ice. Add maple syrup and salt.
- Slowly pour the hojicha mixture over the milk to create beautiful layers, then stir before drinking.
FAQs
Can I make an iced hojicha latte without a whisk?
Yes! While a bamboo whisk (chasen) is the traditional tool for preparing hojicha latte, it's not essential. A handheld milk frother works just as well and is often the quickest option.
You can also shake the hojicha powder and hot water together in a small jar with a tight-fitting lid or whisk vigorously with a regular kitchen whisk or fork. The goal is simply to dissolve the powder completely so your latte is smooth and free of lumps.
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