Hot Hojicha Latte Drink (Print)

A comforting blend of roasted green tea powder and steamed milk with a hint of sweetness.

# What you'll need:

→ Tea

01 - 2 teaspoons hojicha powder (roasted green tea powder)
02 - 1/2 cup hot water (about 175°F)

→ Milk

03 - 1 1/2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Sweetener

04 - 1–2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or sugar (to taste, optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Sift the hojicha powder in a small bowl to remove lumps.
02 - Add hot water to the hojicha powder and whisk until fully dissolved and frothy, using a bamboo whisk or regular whisk.
03 - Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Froth the milk with a milk frother or whisk until creamy.
04 - Pour the dissolved hojicha into two mugs. Add sweetener if desired and stir to combine.
05 - Gently pour the steamed milk over the tea base, holding back the foam with a spoon. Top with the foam.
06 - Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of hojicha powder.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Simple preparation that takes just 10 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect balance of roasted tea flavor with creamy milk
  • Customizable sweetness to suit your taste preferences
  • Lower caffeine than coffee but still provides a gentle energy boost
  • Can be made with dairy or plant-based milk for dietary flexibility
02 -
  • Use a fine mesh sieve when adding the hojicha powder to ensure a smooth, clump-free texture
  • Don't boil the milk—it should be hot but not simmering to preserve the creamy texture
  • For the richest flavor, use whole milk or barista-grade plant milks which froth better
  • Store hojicha powder in an airtight container away from light to preserve its flavor
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