I love me a matcha latte. Hot or iced. I'm not picky.
But I don't always love spending $7+ on one. And when I make them at home, I don't particularly enjoy playing the guessing game of how much matcha to use so it's not too bitter, or how much sweetener to add so it's not too sweet.
So I decided to take the guesswork out of my routine matcha-making.
Using high quality matcha powder and maple sugar (it offers a depth and a sublte caramel-like flavor that pairs nicely with matcha), I started playing around with different ratios… blending, tasting, and tweaking until I landed on what I think is the perfect balance of earthy and sweet.
And the result? A simple, two-ingredient latte mix that I can keep on hand whenever a matcha craving strikes.
Matcha + Maple Latte Mix
4 parts maple sugar
1 part matcha powder
Simply combine and store in an airtight jar. Make as much or as little as you like!
My Perfect Matcha Latte
¾ cup water
½ cup milk of choice
2 tablespoons Matcha + Maple Latte Mix
For a hot latte: Blend the latte mix with hot (not boiling) water until smooth and frothy. Top with warmed milk.
For an iced latte: Blend the latte mix with a little warm water to dissolve, then add the remaining water. Pour over ice and top with cold milk.