Thursday, May 7, 2015

Iced Matcha Green Tea 冷抹茶 | RECIPE





I bought a package of green tea powder a few days ago, and decided to make a homemade Matcha today. The result is absolutely great!! It is great to enjoy with meal and snacks. It is refreshing with ice, and the honey makes it even better. I can happy that I made it in a big pitcher! 


NOTE: For green tea powder, don't use VERY hot water. Use water that is around 70°C(158°F) - 80°C(176°F). I just mix around 3/4 of hot water with 1/4 of cold water.  


INGREDIENTS:

3 scoops of Green Tea Powder 
(the scoop is included in the box, one scoop = ~1/2 teaspoon) 
3/4 cup of Hot water
2 + 1/4 cups of cold water
2-5 tablespoons of honey
Ice Cubes

Tools

Measuring Cup/bowl
Spoon
Pitcher

INSTRUCTION:


1. In a 2-cup measuring cup (or any cup/pitcher/bowl), add 3 scoops of green tea powder and honey. Honey is the only sweetener in this recipe, so you can add a little bit more than usual. I really like honey, so I add around 3-4 tablespoons. Why not add honey in the end? Because this is a cold drink, adding honey in the end, it will not mix that well. 


2. Add 3/4 cup of hot water + 1/4 cup cold water in a cup. 
3. Add the mixture of water into the green tea powder + honey cup.
4. Mix it with a spoon until you don't see any more powder.
5. Transfer it into a larger pitcher. (The green color looks like photo below)


6. Add 1-2 more cups of cold water into mixture. Mix well.
7. Add ice cubes in a glass cup.
8. Pour the Matcha in the glass cup with ice cubes.


Matcha is also a very healthy drink because it:


  • Is packed with antioxidants including the powerful EGCg
  • Boosts metabolism and burns calories
  • Detoxifies effectively and naturally
  • Calms the mind and relaxes the body
  • Is rich in fiber, chlorophyll and vitamins
  • Enhances mood and aids in concentration
  • Provides vitamin C, selenium, chromium, zinc and magnesium
  • Prevents disease
  • Lowers cholesterol and blood sugar
Source: http://matchasource.com/health-benefits-of-matcha-tea/ 


Start by ordering your ingredients on Amazon today!



Matcha Green Tea Powder - Organic Ceremonial Grade - Japanese (1oz)


Matcha Green Tea Powder - Powerful Antioxidant Japanese Organic Culinary Grade - 113 grams (4 oz)


MatchaDNA Organic Powdered Matcha Green Tea, 10 Ounce


1x BambooMN Brand - Chasen (Tea Whisk) + Chashaku (Hooked Bamboo Scoop) for preparing Matcha + Tea Spoon

60 comments:

  1. Thanks for the recipe!! I've tried it and I really liked it :) I'm looking forward to more recipes!!

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    1. Hi Wenjing! Thanks for trying it out!! What kind of Japanese food/drink do you like?

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  2. god i've tried it too at home(used slovenian ingredients but still) so good *.* if you add little lemon juice it's even better try it :P

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    1. Hi Karin, lemon juice sounds like a great add-on! It will be sooooo good and refreshing for summer time!

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  4. wow this looks like a fun and tasty recipe great for the summer thanks for this refreshing recipe

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    1. You are welcome! It's super refreshing for summer! And you can make hot matcha for winter too. You can basically make different recipes from these matcha powder: matcha cake, Matcha Creme Brulee, matcha latte, etc.^^

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  5. I have some matcha in my kitchen but wasn't sure what else I could make with it. Great recipe, I think I will try it out.

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    1. Thank you for stepping by! You can also try to make matcha cake, Matcha Creme Brulee, matcha latte, even matcha ice cream if you have an ice cream maker! :)

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  6. this seems like such a refreshing summer drink. thanks for sharing

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  7. Great recipe, I'll have to try it. I like that you listed the benefits of drinking matcha. Right now, I drink green tea from tea bags, but I've always wanted to buy matcha. I have been inspired. Thank you!

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    1. You are welcome! Matcha might be a little bitter if it gets too concentrated. That's why I add honey to make it less bitter and + honey is great for you too! I hope you will enjoy matcha!

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  8. it's delicious and easy recipe to enjoy this season!!! very original ...love it!!

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  9. I look forward to trying it.

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    1. Awesome! This will be a great drink during summer time!

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  10. So many amazing benefits of Matcha! I have an organic japanese Matcha that I drank during the winter, and I will definitely be trying your recipe for summer, thankyou!

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    1. Sounds great! I love Matcha too, and I use it for desserts and cakes as well! :P

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