Hojicha Macchiato Japanese Tea Latte (Printable version)

A soothing Japanese-inspired beverage with roasted green tea and creamy steamed milk foam.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Tea Base

01 - 1.5 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 1 hojicha tea bag
02 - 2/3 cup hot water, approximately 195°F

→ Milk

03 - 2-3 tablespoons whole milk or oat milk for dairy-free option

# Directions:

01 - Heat water to approximately 195°F. Place hojicha tea leaves or tea bag in a teapot or heatproof mug.
02 - Pour hot water over the tea and steep for 2-3 minutes. Remove the leaves or tea bag using a strainer if necessary.
03 - Steam the milk using a milk frother, steam wand, or by heating and whisking until frothy and textured.
04 - Transfer the brewed hojicha into a small espresso cup or demitasse cup.
05 - Spoon a small amount of steamed milk foam directly onto the center of the tea, creating a distinctive macchiato dot.
06 - Serve immediately while the beverage is hot and the foam is fresh.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Features a unique roasted tea flavor that is both earthy and comforting.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes from start to finish.
  • A versatile beverage that is naturally vegetarian and gluten-free.
02 -
  • Use a milk frother or small whisk to achieve a dense, stable foam for the macchiato dot.
  • Maintain the water temperature at 90°C to extract the tea's flavor without adding bitterness.
  • Choose a high-quality roasted hojicha for the most aromatic tea base.
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