Hojicha Latte Recipe
Make a warm mug of hojicha latte with milk or your choice of non-dairy alternative. Enjoy rich, roasted tea flavors in this easy, customizable recipe for the perfect cozy drink.
Ingredients
- 1 - 1.5 teaspoon hojicha powder 4 - 6 g
- 20 mL hot water 20 g
- 200 mL milk or non-dairy alternative ¾ cup (US)
Optional Sweetener
- 1 teaspoon kuromitsu (Japanese sugar syrup) or maple syrup
Instructions
Prepare the Hojicha Powder
- Add 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of hojicha powder to a heatproof cup or mug.
- Pour hot water (about 80°C/175°F) into the cup and whisk until smooth and lump-free. You can use a bamboo chasen (whisk) or a small handheld whisk for best results.
Sweeten the Hojicha Base (Optional)
- If you like a sweeter latte, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of your preferred sweetener, such as kuromitsu, maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar. Stir until fully dissolved.
Heat Milk
- In a small saucepan, gently heat 150 ml (about .6 cup) of milk or your favorite non-dairy alternative (such as oat milk, coconut milk, or almond milk) over medium heat. Avoid boiling the milk.
- Froth the milk using a handheld frother, whisk, or steam wand until it becomes light and creamy.
Conbine and Serve
- Pour the warmed, frothy milk into the prepared hojicha base. Stir gently to combine.
Add Toppings (Optional)
- For extra sweetness, drizzle kuromitsu or maple syrup on top.
- Serve your hojicha latte hot and savor the toasty, nutty flavors.
Notes
In general, if you prefer a richer, stronger taste, I recommend using 1.5 tsps of hojiicha powder.
Based on your taste preference and size of your cup, use up to 240 mL (1 US cup).
Note: The latte art was created by a professional barista with years of experience. If you are a beginner, you can start by leave a circle of white froth on top. You can still make a great-tasting, pretty latte without being a pro!
DID YOU TRY THIS RECIPE?Tag @eyesandhour on Instagram and hashtag it #eyesandhour