Temperatures are rising! Nothing better than a fresh, homemade, and vitamin-packed drink to cool down anytime while staying healthy.
Our ally? Somei Yoshino YEDOENSIS matcha, an exceptional green tea powder made from high-quality leaves from Shizuoka, rich in antioxidants and gentle energy. Unlike coffee, it doesn’t cause energy crashes. And combined with fruits like strawberry, blueberry, or pineapple, its benefits multiply!
Here are 6 simple and delicious fruity matcha drink ideas to make at home:
1. Matcha Smoothie Perfection
An ultra-delicious and nourishing smoothie, perfect for breakfast or after sports.
Ingredients:
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1 small banana
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A handful of mixed berries
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200 ml milk (plant-based or dairy)
Preparation:
Blend everything until smooth.
Serve well chilled, with or without ice cubes.
2. Matcha Strawberry Milk
The sweetness of strawberries meets the vegetal intensity of matcha.
Ingredients:
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A few fresh or frozen strawberries
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100 ml milk
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Ice cubes
Preparation:
Blend the strawberries with milk and ice cubes.
Whisk the matcha separately, then pour it over the strawberry milkshake.
Creates a pretty two-tone effect to mix just before drinking.
3. Matcha Blueberry Smoothie
Matcha + blueberries = a concentrate of antioxidants and flavor!
Ingredients:
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A handful of blueberries
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200 ml milk
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Ice cubes
Preparation:
Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
For a fun touch: add a light whipped cream or plant-based cream on top.
4. Iced Grape Matcha Latte
A surprising and addictive fusion of grape and matcha!
Ingredients:
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1 scoop grape ice cream
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150 ml milk
Preparation:
Blend everything carefully until creamy.
Add ice cubes and enjoy immediately.
5. Matcha Pineapple Soda
A homemade exotic, fruity, and fizzy soda: perfect for summer afternoons.
Ingredients:
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100 ml pineapple juice
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100 ml sparkling water
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Ice cubes
Preparation:
Whisk the matcha with a little warm water.
Pour pineapple juice, matcha, then top up with sparkling water in a glass.
Stir lightly and enjoy immediately!
6. Matcha Coconut Cloud
A “cloudy” drink like a little tropical cloud.
Ingredients:
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100 ml coconut water
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100 ml milk (or light cream)
Preparation:
Whisk all ingredients with an electric whisk until frothy.
Serve over ice.
Result? Light, hydrating, and addictive.