An iced hojicha latte is a refreshing, nutty-flavoured drink made with roasted green tea. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons hojicha tea leaves or 1 hojicha tea bag
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based, your choice)
- Ice cubes
- Sweetener (optional, like honey, sugar, or syrup)
Instructions:
- Brew the hojicha tea: If using loose tea leaves, place them in a teapot or infuser. Pour hot water (about 90°C or 194°F) over the tea leaves or tea bag and steep for 3-5 minutes.
- Cool the tea: Remove the tea leaves or bag and let the brewed tea cool to room temperature. You can also place it in the refrigerator to speed up the cooling process.
- Prepare the milk: While the tea is cooling, froth your milk if you prefer a frothy texture. You can heat it slightly and use a frother or whisk to create a nice foam.
- Assemble the latte: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the cooled hojicha tea over the ice.
- Add the milk: Slowly pour the milk into the glass with the tea and ice.
- Sweeten if desired: Add sweetener to taste and stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Your iced hojicha latte is ready to be enjoyed.
More On Hojicha
Hojicha is a type of Japanese green tea that’s unique because it’s roasted instead of steamed. This roasting process gives hojicha its distinct flavour, characterized by a warm, toasty, slightly nutty taste with caramel-like notes.
Health Benefits:
- Antioxidants: Like other green teas, hojicha is rich in antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage.
- Low Caffeine: The roasting process reduces caffeine content, making it a great choice for those sensitive to caffeine or looking for an evening beverage.
- Digestive Aid: The warm, soothing properties of hojicha can aid digestion and provide a calming effect.
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Iced Hojicha Latte Recipe
Explore our easy Iced Hojicha Latte recipe, blending the nutty taste of hojicha with chilled milk. A refreshing treat for tea lovers
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons hojicha tea leaves or 1 hojicha tea bag
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based, your choice)
- Ice cubes
- Sweetener (optional, like honey, sugar, or syrup)
Instructions
- Brew the hojicha tea: If using loose tea leaves, place them in a teapot or infuser. Pour hot water (about 90°C or 194°F) over the tea leaves or tea bag and steep for 3-5 minutes.
- Cool the tea: Remove the tea leaves or bag and let the brewed tea cool to room temperature. You can also place it in the refrigerator to speed up the cooling process.
- Prepare the milk: While the tea is cooling, froth your milk if you prefer a frothy texture. You can heat it slightly and use a frother or whisk to create a nice foam.
- Assemble the latte: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the cooled hojicha tea over the ice.
- Add the milk: Slowly pour the milk into the glass with the tea and ice.
- Sweeten if desired: Add sweetener to taste and stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Enjoy: Your iced hojicha latte is ready to be enjoyed.
