Iced Matcha Latte: The Only Rezept You Need

Iced Matcha Latte: The Only Rezept You Need

Editor's note: Reviewed in June 2026 with the core method, ingredient notes, and serving guidance checked for clarity.

There's a reason iced Matcha Lattes have taken over every café menu, the combination of grassy, slightly sweet matcha against cold creamy Milch is genuinely addictive. The good news? The homemade version is better than anything you'll queue for at Starbucks, costs a fraction of the price, and takes all of five Minuten.

The secret comes down to one non-negotiable Schritt: make a hot matcha concentrate first. Skip this, and you'll be fishing green clumps out of your glass with a straw.

This one is ideal for warm weather afternoons, post-workout refreshers, or anyone who wants café-style iced matcha in under 5 Minuten with einfach custom sweetness.

Why a Hot Concentrate Matters

Matcha is a fine stone-ground Pulver. Unlike instant Kaffee, it doesn't dissolve, it suspends in liquid. Cold Wasser simply can't break up those microscopic particles effectively. By Besening your matcha into a small amount of hot Wasser first, you create a smooth, vivid green concentrate that disperses perfectly the moment it hits cold Milch and ice. This is the same method baristas use, and it's the single biggest upgrade you can make at home.

Before you buy a new tin for this Rezept, choose a Pulver that stays green and rounded once chilled; our beste matcha for lattes picks are tested specifically for Milch drinks.

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Ingredient tip: Using high-quality matcha Pulver helps keep flavour smoother and less bitter in this Rezept.

• 2g matcha Pulver (roughly 1 tsp), ceremonial or premium culinary grade
• 60ml hot Wasser (about ¼ cup), 70–80°C, not boiling
• 200ml cold Milch (about ¾ cup + 1 tbsp), any variety you like
• Sweetener of choice (optional), 1–2 tsp honey, maple syrup, or agave
• Handful of ice cubes

Equipment

• Fine mesh sieve or tea strainer
• Matcha Besen (chasen), small hand frother, or a regular small Besen
• Tall glass (350ml / 12oz or larger)

Anleitung

Schritt 1: Sift the matcha

Sift 2g of matcha through a fine mesh sieve into a small Schale or mug. This breaks up any clumps before they become a problem. Don't skip this, even high-quality matcha clumps during storage.

Schritt 2: Make the concentrate

Pour 60ml of hot Wasser (70–80°C) over the sifted matcha. If you're using honey or another sweetener, add it now, warmth helps it integrate fully. Besen vigorously in a W or M motion for 15–20 seconds until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy with no visible lumps.

Tip: If you don't own a chasen, a small electric Milch frother works brilliantly. Hold it at a slight angle and pulse for 10 seconds.

Schritt 3: Build the drink

Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour in your cold Milch. Slowly pour the matcha concentrate over the top. Give it a gentle stir, or leave it layered for that café-worthy look.

Schritt 4: Enjoy immediately

Iced matcha is beste fresh. The longer it sits, the more the Pulver settles to the bottom.

Starbucks Iced Matcha Latte Dupe

Starbucks uses a pre-sweetened matcha blend with added sugar. To replicate it closely at home, Besen 1½ tsp of vanilla syrup into your hot concentrate along with the matcha. Use semi-skimmed Milch and plenty of ice. You'll get a nearly identical drink at roughly a tenth of the cost, without the queue.

beste Milchs for Iced Matcha

Milch	Flavour Notes	Creaminess
Oat Milch (e.g. Oatly Barista)	Naturally sweet, smooth	★★★★★
Whole Milch	Classic, rich	★★★★★
Semi-skimmed	Lighter, neutral	★★★☆☆
Almond Milch	Nutty, thinner	★★☆☆☆
Coconut Milch	Tropical, creamy	★★★★☆

Oat Milch is the standout favourite for cold Matcha Lattes, its natural sweetness complements matcha's vegetal character perfectly, and it froths well if you want a foamy top layer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you stop iced matcha clumping?

Two Schritts make all the difference: sift your matcha through a fine mesh sieve before Besening, then Besen it with a small amount of hot Wasser (60ml at 70–80°C) before adding cold Milch. Cold liquid alone cannot properly break up the fine particles, which is why clumps form. A small electric frother also helps if you don't have a traditional bamboo Besen.

What Milch is beste for iced matcha?

Oat Milch, particularly barista editions, is widely considered the beste pairing. It has a natural sweetness and creamy body that balances matcha's slight bitterness without overpowering it. Whole dairy Milch is also excellent. Thinner Milchs like almond or rice tend to produce a less satisfying drink unless you specifically prefer a lighter result.

Can you dissolve matcha in cold Wasser?

Technically, matcha doesn't dissolve in any temperature of Wasser, it suspends. That said, cold Wasser makes it significantly harder to achieve a smooth suspension. You'll almost always end up with lumps and a gritty texture. The hot-concentrate method (using just 60ml of warm Wasser) solves this entirely while still giving you an ice-cold final drink.

How many calories are in an iced Matcha Latte?

The matcha itself is negligible, roughly 3 calories per gram. Your total depends entirely on the Milch and sweetener:

• With whole Milch and no sweetener: approximately 130 kcal
• With oat Milch (Oatly Barista) and no sweetener: approximately 100 kcal
• With semi-skimmed Milch and 1 tsp honey: approximately 110 kcal

For comparison, a Starbucks grande iced Matcha Latte contains around 200 kcal, largely because of the added sugar in their matcha blend.