Hot Hojicha Latte (Printable)

A warm, aromatic blend of roasted green tea and creamy steamed milk, sweetened to taste for the perfect cozy beverage.

# What You Need:

→ Tea

01 - 2 teaspoons hojicha powder
02 - 1/2 cup hot water at 175°F

→ Milk

03 - 1 1/2 cups milk, dairy or plant-based

→ Sweetener

04 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or sugar, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, sift the hojicha powder 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 - In a saucepan, heat the milk 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.
05 - Add sweetener to each mug if using and stir to combine.
06 - Gently pour the steamed milk over the tea base, holding back the foam with a spoon, then spoon the foam on top.
07 - Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of hojicha powder.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 10 minutes from start to finish.
  • Unique Flavor Profile: The roasted green tea offers a nutty, caramel-like taste that is deeply satisfying.
  • Relaxing Qualities: Low in caffeine and naturally soothing, making it ideal for any time of day.
02 -
  • Monitor Water Temperature: Aim for approximately 80°C (175°F) to avoid burning the delicate roasted tea powder.
  • Adjust the Ratio: You can easily adjust the milk-to-tea ratio or the amount of sweetener to match your personal preference.
  • Frothing Technique: If you don't have a frother, a vigorous whisking of the hot milk in the saucepan will still create a lovely creaminess.
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