13 Sep Two-Tone Matcha Latte Recipe

Why settle for an ordinary latte when you can sip on a drink that looks like pure magic?

This two-tone matcha latte recipe layers vibrant green matcha over dreamy blue butterfly pea tea, creating a gradient that’s as mesmerising as it is delicious. It’s the kind of recipe that’s guaranteed to impress your taste buds and your Instagram feed.

Two-Tone Matcha Latte Recipe

You’ll Need:

Matcha powder
Hot water
Honey (optional)
Ice cubes (preferably chunky ones)
Milk of your choice
Brewed butterfly pea tea (cooled)

How to Make It:

Step 1. Whisk up your matcha with hot water until it’s smooth and slightly frothy. Let it cool.
Step 2. Add honey if your sweet tooth insists.
Step 3. Drop a few ice cubes into a tall glass.
Step 4. Pour in your milk of choice, gently, over the ice, to keep the layers neat.
Step 5. Add the cooled butterfly pea flower tea as the next layer.
Step 6. Slowly pour the matcha on top to finish your beautiful stack of green, blue, and white.

how to whisk matcha

Whisking matcha properly is key to creating a creamy, frothy latte that tastes as good as it looks. Start with a wide, shallow bowl and a bamboo whisk – tools designed to help you aerate the tea and create that beautiful froth.

Measure out two scoops of matcha and sift it into the bowl to prevent clumps. Pour in a small amount of hot water first (around 175°F or 80°C) and mix into a smooth paste.

Then, add the rest of the water and use a quick, gentle zigzag motion with your wrist – think of drawing an “M” or “W” in the bowl rather than stirring in circles. The goal is to create a layer of fine bubbles on the surface while keeping the tea smooth and vibrant.

Bonus Tips:

1. You can cold brew butterfly pea tea over night. Don’t worry if it the colour appears dark navy. Once added to the cocktail it’ll be just right.

2. Pour the milk and the blue tea on top of the chunky ice – this slows down the pour and keeps the layers in tact. If you don’t have big ice cubes, pour it over the rounded side of a spoon.

And there you have it – a two-tone matcha latte recipe that’s easy to make, looks stunning and above all, is good for you. Whether you sip it slowly as a mindful moment or snap a quick pic for your feed, this drink is sure to brighten your day.