Food & Drink

How to make the viral 3-ingredient iced strawberry matcha at home

Fueling my matcha addiction for half the price? Say less.

Many people (myself included) are absolutely Matcha MAD right now.

It's packed with antioxidants, gives a slow release of caffeine, and has a rep as a healthier alternative to coffee - what’s not to love?

But there’s a viral spin on the classic taking our FYPs by storm, and us matcha fiends have been frothing - literally - to get a taste.

The ‘Iced Strawberry Matcha’ is just as gorgeous as it sounds. With its ombre pink and green aesthetic, it’s basically made for the ‘gram, perfect for a Sunday brunch Insta story. 

As soon as I saw it on my feed, I knew I had to try a homemade version so I could sip on this beauty every single weekend without breaking the bank.

Like any good matcha, the secret is in the powder you choose. You need a top-quality one to ensure a smooth delicate flavour. 

Kiwi-owned small business, Thea Matcha, hooked me up with their organic Matcha powder, and let me tell you, it has been ticking ALL the boxes.

This family-run small business (LOVE this) has a few different matcha powders available, perfect for your own at-home matcha.

So, I put their powder to the test to see just how it would vibe with this latest fruity trend. Spoiler alert: it’s DELISH. 

How to make viral iced Strawberry Matcha at home:

Ingredients: 

  • ½ cup - frozen strawberries

  • 1 cup - your choice of milk

  • ½ a teaspoon of Thea Matcha (or similar)

  • Ice

Method: 

  • Add strawberries to a microwave-safe bowl

  • Microwave for 1 minute

  • Add your matcha to a small bowl, then splash - about X tablespoons - with warm water and whisk till the mixture becomes frothed

  • Pour microwaved strawberries into your serving glass

  • Add ice

  • Pour over your choice of milk

  • Add the matcha mixture over the top, stir, and enjoy!

The fruitiness of the strawberry mixed with the earthy taste was a match-a made in heaven. If you like a pulpy base, this one is for you. Little chunks of strawberry is what makes this matcha - the best alternative to any artificial sweetener! Don’t forget to give it a good mix with your straw.

Now go get sippin’, it’s too good to be sticking around here for.