Mānuka Matcha Latte

A warm, calming ritual for cosy autumn mornings

There's something comforting about a warm drink in hand as the mornings start to turn cooler. This mānuka matcha latte combines earthy matcha, creamy milk, and a spoonful of mānuka honey for a simple, soothing start to the day.

Serves: 1
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: None

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon matcha powder, sifted
• 2 tablespoons hot water (not boiling)
• 1 cup milk of choice, warmed
• 1 to 2 teaspoons Manuka Hunters mānuka honey
• Optional: a light dusting of matcha powder on top

Method

1. Place the sifted matcha powder in a mug or small bowl.
2. Add the hot water and whisk briskly with a small whisk or fork until smooth and frothy, with no lumps remaining.
3. Warm the milk in a small saucepan or in the microwave until steaming but not boiling.
4. Pour the warmed milk into the matcha mixture and stir gently to combine.
5. Stir through the mānuka honey until dissolved.
6. Dust with a little extra matcha powder on top if you like, and serve warm.

Why This Recipe Works

Whisking the matcha with hot water first helps it dissolve smoothly, avoiding the clumps that can happen if you add powder directly to milk. Mānuka honey adds natural sweetness without overpowering the earthy matcha flavour.

Tip for Best Results

Use water that's hot but not boiling to whisk the matcha; boiling water can make it taste slightly bitter.

A Simple Morning Ritual

This is an easy one to make part of a cosy autumn routine, whether you're easing into the day slowly or need a warm pick-me-up between school runs and errands.

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