Creamy and flavorful, this Earl Grey Matcha is a refreshing tea drink you’re going to love. This matcha tea is bergamot-infused and rich with earthy flavors.
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Recipe Details
I love Earl Grey tea and matcha, so making Earl Grey Matcha lattes was a no-brainer. I love the way the flavors of these two teas create a complex and rich taste that you’re going to love. If you’re ready to level up your tea game, then you’ve got to try this recipe.
- TASTE: This latte is a mix of floral and citrus flavors with the earthy, vegetal taste of matcha.
- TEXTURE: This is a rich and creamy tea drink. The matcha powder dissolves fully for a smooth finish.
- TIME: This recipe only takes 6 minutes.
- EASE: This is so easy to make. The Earl Grey syrup is a breeze and then you just add the milk and matcha.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Ear Grey tea bags- You can use your favorite tea brand. You can also use loose tea, but make sure to remove any tea bits that might escape.
- Matcha powder- This fine powder dissolves when mixed with hot water for a smooth and potent tea.
- Milk- Whole milk will give this drink a great creamy flavor.
- Granulated sugar- This gives the tea its sweetness.
- Matcha whisk- This many-pronged bamboo whisk helps break up the stubborn matcha powder until it’s dissolved.
- Fine-mesh strainer- This is used to remove any clumps from the matcha so it dissolves more easily.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Substitute the sweetener- You can use brown sugar syrup or honey in place of the sugar.
- Use a different milk- Lower fat milks can be used, or plant-based milk, like almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk. Keep in mind the consistency will change with thinner milks.
- Make it stronger- You can make this tea to your desired strength if you steep the tea bags for a little longer and squeeze them out well to get the most potent flavor possible.
How to Make Earl Grey Matcha
- Make the syrup. Add the water to a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Then turn the heat off. Pour in the granulated sugar and stir until it is fully dissolved.
- Steep the Earl Grey tea. Steep 3 Earl Grey tea bags into the sugar mixture for 4 minutes. Remove the tea bags and squeeze them lightly over the saucepan so the remaining flavor drips back inside the saucepan. Let the syrup cool and set aside.
- Sift the matcha powder. Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl using a small sifter.
- Add hot water. Pour 1 Tbsp hot water (170-175 degrees F) over the matcha powder. Add a splash at first, then slowly add more little by little as you stir with the matcha whisk.
Pro Tip: Soak your matcha whisk in hot water for about 5 minutes to soften the bristles so they don’t break easily.
- Add ice and Earl Grey Syrup. Now add ice and about 2-3 Tbsp of the Earl Grey syrup to a cup.
- Add the milk. Pour in the cold milk, layering it on top of the syrup.
- Top with matcha. Add the whisked matcha on top of the milk. Stir and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Sift the matcha powder- This is an important step in ensuring your matcha is not clumpy, so make sure to use a fine-mesh strainer before adding water.
- Don’t use boiling water with the matcha- Using boiling water could cause it to burn the delicate tea leaves in the matcha, which can make it taste bitter and lose its bright green color.
- Add water to the matcha slowly- To get a really smooth and clump free matcha, only add a splash of water first and whisk to make a paste, then continue adding more water as you whisk.
FAQs
Matcha powder can be stored in an airtight container so it retains its fresh and vibrant flavors. Once it’s been made into a latte though, you will need to store it in the fridge and consume it within 24 hours to avoid it becoming bitter.
Matcha is considered a little healthier than coffee because a cup of matcha contains more antioxidants and calming amino acids than a cup of black coffee.
Serving Suggestions
This Earl Grey Matcha recipe is perfect for tea lovers. Enjoy it with pastries, cakes, scones, or savory snacks.
- Pastries: Enjoy this latte with a Cherry Danish, Almond Croissant, Cream Cheese Danish (VIDEO), or Strawberry Nutella Puff Pastry.
- Cakes: Serve it with a slice of Lemon Pound Cake (VIDEO), Berry Chantilly Cake, Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake, or some Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes. These citrusy, fruity flavors complement the bergamot in the Earl Grey.
- Scones/Muffins: Pair this matcha drink with some Strawberry Scones, Blueberry Muffins (VIDEO), Cinnamon Apple Muffins (VIDEO), or Strawberry Muffins.
- Savory snacks: Balance the sweetness with something savory, like this Ultimate Charcuterie Board (Cheese Board) VIDEO, Cottage Cheese Chips, or a Bagel Board.
Make This Recipe in Advance
Make ahead: You can make the Earl Grey syrup and let it cool before storing it in a jar, bottle or container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Storing: Store this Earl Grey Matcha in an airtight container or lidded jar in the refrigerator for a day. After 24 hours, the matcha can begin to settle and turn bitter, so it’s best fresh.
Freeze: You can freeze the Earl Grey syrup in ice cube trays and then store the solid cubes in a freezer ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Thaw what you need to make this drink, as the milk and matcha are best fresh.
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Full Recipe Instructions
Earl Grey Matcha
Equipment
- 1 saucepan
Ingredients
For the Earl Grey syrup
- 1 cup boiling water
- 3 tea bags Earl Grey tea
- 1 cup granulated sugar
For the matcha
- 2 tsp matcha powder
- 1 Tbsp hot water 170-175 degrees F
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- Ice
Instructions
- Make the syrup first. Add the water to a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Then turn the heat off. Pour in the granulated sugar and stir until it is fully dissolved.
- Steep 3 Earl Grey tea bags into the sugar mixture for 4 minutes. Remove the tea bags and squeeze them lightly over the saucepan so the remaining flavor drips back inside the saucepan. Let the syrup cool before storing in a jar, bottle or container with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Soak your matcha whisk in hot water for about 5 minutes to soften the bristles so they don’t break easily.
- Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl using a small sifter. This is an important step in ensuring your matcha is not clumpy.
- Pour 1 Tbsp hot water (170-175 degrees F) over the matcha powder. Do not use boiling water, or it may burn the delicate tea leaves in the matcha causing it to be bitter and lose its bright green color.
- To get a really smooth and clump free matcha, only add a splash of water first and whisk to make a paste, then continue adding more water as you whisk.
- Now add ice and about 2-3 Tbsp of the ear grey syrup to a cup
- Pour in the cold milk (preferably whole milk for creaminess).
- Add the whisked matcha on top of the milk. Stir and enjoy!
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