Matcha Grinchmas Latte

Made with earthy matcha and frothy farm-fresh milk, this festive drink captures that signature Grinch-green hue and brings the merry vibes as you gear up for gift wrapping. Add a swirl of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry to create a cute Santa hat.

5 min
Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
1
Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces matcha powder
  • ¼ cup (50 grams) hot water
  • ½ cup (120 grams) Crystal Whole Milk
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or simple syrup (optional)
  • Whipped Cream
  • Crushed Graham Crackers + Dash of Cinnamon (for rim and garnish)
  • 1 Maraschino Cherry

Products used

  • Milk

  • Whipped Cream

Directions

  • Step 1

    Add matcha powder to a bowl. Pour in hot water and whisk with a chasen (Japanese bamboo tea whisk) until smooth. A frother works too!

  • Step 2

    Heat milk until hot but not boiling, then froth.

  • Step 3

    Stir in honey or simple syrup, if desired.

  • Step 4

    Rim your heat-safe glass with the crushed graham cracker & cinnamon mixture.

  • Step 5

    Pour the matcha mixture into the cup.

  • Step 6

    Add the steamed milk over the top.

  • Step 7

    Finish with whipped cream, a sprinkle of crushed graham cracker + cinnamon, and a cherry on top.

    Recipe courtesy of Mandy Hwang (@eatswithmandy)