Iced Raspberry Matcha Latte
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If you’re looking for a coffee shop-worthy drink you can make at home, this Iced Raspberry Matcha Latte is about to become your new favorite! Layers of vibrant matcha, creamy milk or dairy-free milk, and a homemade fresh raspberry syrup make it an irresistible, refreshing latte that tastes as good as it looks. This raspberry matcha latte is the fruity, slightly earthy, chilled caffeine boost you didn’t know you needed. Perfect for slow mornings, afternoon pick-me-ups, or sipping on a warm summer day. Plus, the homemade raspberry syrup takes just a few minutes to make and pairs perfectly with rich matcha or your favorite espresso!
The Secret That Makes This Latte So Good
It’s not just the combination of matcha, milk, and raspberry syrup that gives this matcha latte its smooth, delicious flavor of perfection. The secret is the fresh homemade raspberry syrup! This syrup makes an INSANE difference in the flavor compared to the typical store-bought syrups because it’s using fresh raspberries, has zero artificial anything, and gluten-free and vegan.
Perfect ice! It sounds silly, but ice can make or break a drink! We LOVE using this ice ball kit for all the matcha, coffee, and cocktail drinks. Super easy to use, inexpensive, and looks adorable!
I like to use coconut milk instead of regular milk because it makes the latte extra creamy while keeping it light and refreshing over ice. It’s sweet without being overpowering and has that perfect balance of tropical flavor, with the raspberry syrup and rich matcha goodness.
What is Matcha?
Matcha powder is made from ground green tea leaves. When you brew a cup of tea with green tea leaves, you’re only getting part of the leaves. However, matcha is the entire tea leaf ground up into a powder. As a result, matcha has approximately 10x more nutrients than regular green tea! My youngest daughter, Kori, and I absolutely love it and think it’s delicious, especially as an Iced Raspberry Matcha with homemade raspberry syrup. Trust me, you’ll fall in love with it too.
The BEST matcha: Always use a vibrant green color ceremonial-grade matcha like, Tenzo. Matcha or green tea powder that’s dull green typically won’t taste very good and will be bitter.
Matcha powder has a slightly bitter, earthy taste that I love to use in sweet recipes like smoothies, milkshakes, frosting, doughnuts, and ice cream. Plus, you can grab this Matcha Kit that has all the perfect tools to make fancy, authentic matcha.
FAQs
Do I need a matcha whisk?
A matcha whisk will dissolve the matcha the best. Remember, when “whisking” your matcha and hot water, use a zig-zag motion to whisk together. This is my favorite Matcha Kit with everything you need! However, you can also use a small milk frother, blender bottle or even a mason jar with lid to blend the matcha and water. Just make sure the matcha is fully dissolved with zero clumps.
Do I boil the water for matcha?
No! Use just-boiled but not boiling, as you can burn the matcha if the water is too hot.
Can you use frozen raspberries instead of fresh?
Absolutely! You don’t need to thaw the berries either, just simmer straight from frozen.
Can I make this hot?
Yes! Just warm your milk of choice first before layering.
How much caffeine is in this?
Depending on your matcha brand and quality, the amount of caffeine can differ. I love this Matcha! However, a good rule of thumb is about two teaspoons of matcha powder typically contains about 140-160 mg of caffeine, which is about the same as a strong cup of coffee.
How do I make a sugar swap or sugar-free syrup?
If you’d like to swap out the sugar, I like to use 1 1/2 cups raspberries and 3/4 cup honey with the same cooking directions. For a sugar-free swap, you can use monk fruit or another sugar-free sweetener in place of the honey. Just adjust to your taste, since some are sweeter than others.
Can this latte be dairy-free?
Yes! I love using unsweetened coconut milk or oat milk, but any milk of your choice will work well!
More Recipes You’ll Love:
- Iced Aloha Matcha Latte
- Strawberry Mango Glow Smoothie
- Homemade Gluten-Free Bagels
- Grandma’s Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Waffles
- Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Sourdough Pancakes (Overnight or Same Day)
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Iced Raspberry Matcha Latte
Equipment
- Matcha Kit (the best tools in one spot, we love ours!)
Ingredients
Matcha:
- 2 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder
- 2 ounces hot water (175°F is ideal)
- 1/2-3/4 cup milk (dairy-free milk works too)
- 2-3 tbsp raspberry simple syrup
Raspberry Syrup:
- 1 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Raspberry Syrup:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the raspberries, sugar, and water.
- While stirring constantly, bring mixture to a simmer. Let simmer for 4-5 minutes, then remove from heat. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
- Mash with a potato masher, the back of a fork, or pour the syrup into a high-speed blender and pulse mixture about 3-4 times. Then, pour syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or strainer to remove the raspberry seeds. into a mason jar and let cool for one hour. If you like a seedy raspberry sauce, then don't strain the sauce, up to you!
Matcha:
- While your water heats up for the matcha. Grab a 16oz mason jar, fill with ice cubes, and pour 2-3 tablespoons of raspberry syrup over the ice. Then, add your milk. Pouring the milk over the back of a spoon helps preserve the pretty layers. Set aside.
- Once your hot water is just about to boil, take it off the heat. In a small bowl, whisk the matcha powder and hot water together in a zig-zag motion using a matcha whisk, until no lumps remain.
- Pour matcha over the ice and enjoy!
Notes
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