This Iced Matcha Latte is earthy and floral, thanks to a sweet lavender honey. Refreshing and slightly sweet, it’s the perfect iced drink to sip on a warm summer day.
I recently wrote an article for Healthline on relaxing ‘milks,’ which praised matcha and its many health benefits.
Which made me realize… I do not have enough matcha recipes on the blog. 
Time to fix that.
Let me introduce you to this slightly sweet, flawlessly floral Iced Matcha Latte with Lavender Honey. This iced matcha latte works for so many reasons. Matcha itself is earthy and aromatic, which complements lavender lovely. Lavender’s favorite partner-in-crime, honey, sweetens this latte just enough and plays on the nutty, botanic notes.
To make an iced matcha latte, you can simply blend matcha with your milk of choice (dairy, almond, hazelnut, or coconut works great). No need to warm the milk or dissolve the matcha, a high-speed blender will work just fine.
Pour over ice and enjoy.
That’s the basics of it. But, of course, there’s plenty of room for some fun.
We all know that when it comes to iced lattes, a simple syrup is where it’s at. A simple syrup is equal parts water and sugar that’s brought to a boil. The syrup stays in liquid form and is great for sweetening iced drinks since there’s no need for the syrup to dissolve.
A simple syrup is also my favorite way to sneak in additional flavors. For this iced matcha latte, I make a honey and lavender-infused syrup. The sky’s the limit, though. You could replace the lavender with dried hibiscus, vanilla bean, citrus zest (orange works lovely), herbs (try mint!), cinnamon sticks, or anything you’d like.
Experiment with your favorite flavors and enjoy the many health benefits of matcha. Here are just some of those benefits:
Matcha is rich in antioxidants that can help prevent free-radical damage and chronic disease.
Matcha has been proven to enhance brain function, attention, and memory.
Matcha contains L-theanine, which raises serotonin, GABA, and dopamine levels. This can benefit sleep quality, help you relax, and relieve anxiety.
Matcha has a positive effect on metabolism and can help in the maintenance of a healthy weight.
Matcha contains amino acids, fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium.
Matcha is delicious! (Especially in iced form.)
Click here for the lavender honey syrup recipe.
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Ice Lavender and Matcha Latte
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A subtly sweet and floral iced latte. Perfect for a warm afternoon or a refreshing treat.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp matcha powder
- 2 cups (473 ml) unsweetened milk of choice
- 2 tbsp lavender honey
Instructions
- Sift the matcha powder through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl to break up any clumps.
- Add the matcha, milk, and lavender honey to a blender. Blend on high for 15-20 seconds until the matcha is fully dissolved and the mixture is frothy. Alternatively, whisk vigorously in a bowl for 1 minute.
- Fill two glasses with ice cubes, about 3/4 full.
- Pour the matcha mixture evenly over the ice. The drink will settle into layers. Stir before drinking.
Notes
- For a stronger matcha flavor, use 2.5-3 tsp of matcha powder.
- If you don’t have lavender honey, you can substitute with regular honey and a few drops of lavender extract.
- Store the prepared latte in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Shake well before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0
Frequently Asked Questions
What is lavender honey and where can I find it?
Lavender honey is honey infused with culinary-grade dried lavender. It is sold at specialty grocery stores, farmers markets, and online, or you can make your own by steeping dried lavender in warm honey for 30 minutes then straining.
Can I use a regular whisk instead of a blender for the matcha?
A blender gives the most even result, but a milk frother or matcha whisk (chasen) also works well to break up any clumps in the powder.
Is ceremonial-grade or culinary-grade matcha better for this latte?
Ceremonial-grade matcha has a smoother, less bitter flavor and blends more cleanly. Culinary-grade works but can taste slightly more astringent.
Can I make this latte hot instead of iced?
Yes. Blend the matcha, honey, and milk as directed, then gently heat in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming, or use a milk frother with the heating function.
