Iced Matcha Pineapple Refresher
A simple recipe for a cool, tropical drink combining earthy matcha with sweet pineapple juice, served over ice.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Modern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon ceremonial grade matcha powder
- 2 tablespoons hot water (175°F or 80°C)
- 6 ounces pineapple juice, chilled
- 4 ounces cold water or coconut water
- Ice cubes
- Optional: 1 teaspoon simple syrup or sweetener of choice
Instructions
- Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl or matcha bowl to remove clumps.
- Add the 2 tablespoons of hot water to the sifted matcha.
- Whisk the matcha vigorously using a bamboo whisk or small electric frother until it is completely smooth and slightly frothy, with no dry powder remaining.
- In a tall glass, combine the chilled pineapple juice and the cold water or coconut water.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- Slowly pour the prepared matcha mixture over the top of the pineapple mixture.
- If using, drizzle the simple syrup over the drink.
- Gently stir the drink once or twice to combine the layers slightly before drinking.
Notes
- For a stronger matcha flavor, use 1.5 teaspoons of matcha powder.
- Use fresh pineapple juice if possible for the best flavor.
- If you do not have a whisk, you can shake the matcha and water vigorously in a sealed jar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
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