Iced Matcha Lemonade
This iced matcha lemonade is the ultimate summer refresher. Made with fresh lemon juice, smooth matcha, and just a hint of sweetness, it’s a vibrant drink that’s easy to make in minutes. Perfect for warm days when you want something cool, bold, and a little different.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 2 tbsp warm water not boiling
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup cold water or sparkling water for fizz
- 1-2 tsp honey, agave, or simple syrup
- ice
- lemon slices, mint, ginger for decoration optional
Instructions
- Sift your matcha. Add the teaspoon of matcha to a small bowl through a fine mesh strainer. This step prevents clumps.
- Whisk with warm water. Add 2 tablespoons of warm (not hot) water and whisk vigorously using a bamboo whisk or small regular whisk until smooth and frothy.
- Make your lemonade. In a separate glass, combine the fresh lemon juice, cold water (or sparkling water), and sweetener. Stir or shake until the sweetener dissolves.
- Combine. Add ice to a glass. Pour in the lemonade and then the whisked matcha.
- Garnish and serve. Garnish with lemon slices or mint if you want.
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Notes
- You can double or triple this recipe for a pitcher version.
- Adjust the sweetness depending on your lemonade. Store-bought ones are usually sweeter.
- Want a matcha lemonade slushie? Blend everything with crushed ice!