Sweet and refreshing blueberry matcha is the perfect summer drink. This latte is sweetened with homemade blueberry syrup and topped with freshly brewed matcha.
Blueberry matcha is made with freshly brewed matcha and homemade blueberry syrup that is sweet, tangy, and addictive. The slightly earthy matcha balances harmoniously with the sweet and tart blueberries, creating the most refreshing summerdrink.
Elevate your morning routine with this iced blueberry matcha latte that you can customize with your milk of choice, sweetness level, and matcha. This easy matcha blueberry latte can be made with five fresh and simple ingredients in under 15 minutes!
Blueberry matcha latte is a coffee shop favorite drink made with freshly brewed matcha, milk of choice, and blueberry syrup. The blueberry syrup is made by cooking down the blueberries with sugar until they become a thick, almost jam-like texture. Then, the matcha powder is sifted and whisked with hot water until it becomes frothy. The final product creates a sweet, tangy, antioxidant-rich matcha blueberry latte!
Ingredients
You can find all of the ingredients for this blueberry matcha at your local grocery store. Full measurements and links to all the ingredients I used are listed in the recipe card below.
Blueberry Syrup
Blueberries: fresh or frozen blueberries to create the blueberry syrup.
Lemon Juice: adds a hint of citrus to bring out the blueberry flavor.
Sugar: sweetens the blueberries and also helps thicken the blueberry juices.
Matcha Latte
Matcha powder: A good-quality matcha powder will yield the best flavor and results. A good matcha powder can be used in other recipes, like in yuzu matcha tonic, or strawberry matcha latte.
Hot water: the ideal temperature for matcha is 176F (80C). Any hotter can risk scorching the matcha powder and causing it to taste bitter.
Milk of Choice: you can use regular milk, skim milk, oat milk, almond milk, macadamia milk, etc. I prefer to use milk that is unsweetened and unflavored so that the matcha blueberry flavor can shine.
Substitutions and Additions
Substitutions
Sweetener: honey, brown sugar, agave, maple syrup, or your choice of sweetener.
Berry: strawberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
Citrus: mix it up with any citrus juice! I like using yuzu juice as well.
Additions
Vanilla Extract: adds a subtle sweetness and depth to the blueberry syrup.
Lemon zest: for added citrus flavors.
How to Make Blueberry Matcha
Here are the step-by-step instructions for how to make this blueberry matcha recipe.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the blueberries, lemon juice, and sugar and bring to a simmer. Once the mixture bubbles, pop the blueberries. Simmer for about 7 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened. Sift the blueberry sauce. Set aside to cool.
In a small matcha bowl or mixing bowl, sift the matcha powder. Then add the hot water and whisk the matcha in a side-to-side motion until frothy.
In a small glass, add the blueberry sauce, ice, and milk of your choice, and top with freshly brewed matcha. Enjoy!
Expert Tips
Use quality matcha. Use high-quality matcha for the best flavor that is not overly bitter or “grassy.”
Measure the matcha powder with a scale. Since matcha powder is so fine, use a kitchen scale for the most accurate measurements.
Sift the matcha. Prevents the matcha from clumping.
Use hot not boiling water. Matcha requires hot water at 176F (80C) for an ideal flavor that is not overly bitter.
Whisk until frothy. Whisk the matcha using a matcha whisk in a side-to-side “w” motion until frothy.
Taste to adjust. The level of sweetness for the blueberry syrup and the blueberry matcha latte will vary depending on your preference for sweet matcha lattes.
Storage Instructions
I do not recommend making brewing the matcha in advance. The color and flavor of the matcha may alter over time. However, you can make the blueberry syrup in advance, bring it to room temperature, and store it in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Pairing Suggestions
This blueberry matcha can be paired with the following pairing suggestions.
The blueberry syrup for this latte can last in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Can I make this ahead?
You can make the blueberry syrup in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks! Then when you are ready for your matcha latte, simply brew the matcha the day off and mix it with the blueberry syrup.
What else can I use the blueberry syrup with?
This blueberry jam is delicious on top of all types of sweet breakfast foods such as matcha pancakes, black sesame waffles, french toast and so much more.
Sweet, rich, refreshing blueberry matcha is the perfect drink for the summer. This matcha blueberry latte is sweetened with homemade blueberry syrup and can be customized based on your preferences!
½cup(125 mL) milk of choicewhole, skim, oat, almond, etc.
Ice
Instructions
Make blueberry syrup. this will yield enough syrup for 4 cups. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the blueberries, lemon juice, and sugar and bring to a simmer. Once the mixture bubbles, pop the blueberries with a fork to release all the juices. Simmer for about 7 minutes until slightly thickened. Sift the blueberry sauce for a smooth mixture. Set aside to cool.
Brew the matcha. In a small matcha bowl or mixing bowl, sift the matcha powder. Then add in the hot water and whisk the matcha in a side to side motion until frothy and fully combined.
Assemble. In a small glass, add 3 tablespoons of the blueberry sauce, then add the ice and milk of choice, and top with the freshly brewed matcha. Enjoy!
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