Iced Hojicha Latte (Printable)

Refreshing Japanese roasted green tea latte with vanilla and natural maple sweetness

# What You Need:

→ Tea

01 - 2 tablespoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 2 hojicha tea bags
02 - 1 cup hot water

→ Sweetener & Flavor

03 - 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Milk

05 - 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, oat, soy, or almond)

→ To Serve

06 - 1 cup ice cubes

# How-To Steps:

01 - Steep hojicha loose leaf tea or tea bags in 1 cup of hot water at 195°F for 3 to 4 minutes.
02 - Strain and discard the tea leaves or remove the tea bags.
03 - While the tea is still warm, stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.
04 - Let the tea cool to room temperature or refrigerate for faster chilling.
05 - Fill two glasses with ice cubes.
06 - Pour the sweetened hojicha tea evenly over the ice in each glass.
07 - Top each glass with 1/2 cup milk and stir gently to combine.
08 - Serve immediately while ice is still frozen.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A unique, roasted flavor profile that sets it apart from standard iced teas.
  • Lower caffeine content, making it a great choice for afternoon sipping.
  • Quick and simple to prepare with only 5 minutes of active cooking.
  • Easily customizable with dairy or plant-based milks to suit any diet.
02 -
  • Use a temperature-controlled kettle to ensure the water is exactly 90°C for the best tea extraction.
  • Stir the maple syrup while the tea is still warm to ensure it dissolves completely.
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes beforehand to keep the latte ice-cold for longer.
Go Back