Matcha has become one of the most popular teas in just a few years! Matcha is a tea with countless benefits and can be enjoyed in all sorts of ways! We even shared a matcha-based galette des rois recipe with you; you can find it here.

Today in this article we offer you a recipe for a vegan matcha latte!

But first, let's start with a little bit of history.

Originating from Japanese culture, matcha has been consumed for 800 years by Zen Buddhist monks.

In 1191, a Buddhist monk named Eisai (1141-1215) brought back from China a tea that corresponds to the current Matcha, a powdered green tea mixed with hot water.

In its early days, Matcha tea was consumed as a medicine, then gradually became known and enjoyed during meditation sessions.

Matcha tea has many benefits; it's considered a superfood! Among these benefits, it's a powerful antioxidant that boosts your immunity, helps with weight loss, and makes you feel better overall.

Matcha is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties, it prevents cholesterol and is excellent for maintaining healthy skin.

Matcha tea can be consumed on its own (simply with boiling water) or as a latte, in a biscuit… however you prefer!

The recipe we are offering you today is very simple to make and will only take you a few minutes; for non-vegans, feel free to replace the plant-based milk with cow's milk!

First of all, it's important to choose a quality Matcha; for this, feel free to visit the site where you'll find the matcha tea of ​​your choice! We'll be back very soon to tell you more about... Bangoshi - Online shop specializing in matcha tea .

The other ingredients needed for the preparation will be a plant-based milk of your choice, boiling water and a touch of sweetness, maple syrup, agave syrup, honey… again, the choice is yours!

Ingredients (for 1 cup)

• 1 tsp of matcha (ideally ceremonial or premium quality)

• 60 ml of hot water (not boiling: approximately 70–80°C)

• 200 ml of plant-based milk (oat, almond, soy, coconut…)

• 1 tsp maple syrup (or agave syrup/honey for non-vegans)

• (Optional) a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla

Preparation steps

1. Sift the matcha into a bowl (or a large mug).

   This step is very important to avoid lumps and obtain a smooth latte.

2. Add hot water (70–80°C) to the matcha.

3. • Ideally with a bamboo whip (chasen)

   • Or, failing that: a small classic whisk / milk frother

     Objective: to obtain a uniform green mixture with a little foam.

     Whisk vigorously for 20 to 30 seconds.

4. • In a saucepan, or in the microwave.

     Heat the plant-based milk (without boiling it).

5. Froth the milk (optional but delicious).

   Using a frother or by shaking in a closed jar and then heating.

6. Pour the milk over the matcha.

7. Add the sweet touch (maple syrup, agave, etc.) and mix.