Hojicha Flat White (Printable Version)

Aromatic roasted hojicha meets silky microfoam for a smooth, nutty Japanese-inspired latte experience.

# What You Need:

→ Hojicha Concentrate

01 - 2 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 2 tea bags
02 - 4 fluid ounces hot water at 195°F

→ Milk

03 - 4 fluid ounces whole milk or oat milk

→ Sweetener

04 - 1 teaspoon sugar, honey, or syrup (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Steep hojicha tea leaves or tea bags in 4 fluid ounces of hot water at 195°F for 3 to 4 minutes. Strain and discard the leaves or remove tea bags.
02 - Heat 4 fluid ounces of milk until steaming but not boiling. Froth the milk using a steam wand, frother, or by vigorously shaking in a sealed jar until you achieve fine microfoam.
03 - Pour the brewed hojicha concentrate into a pre-warmed cup. Add sweetener if desired and stir thoroughly to dissolve.
04 - Gently pour the microfoamed milk over the hojicha concentrate, aiming for a smooth blend with a creamy top layer. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Unique Flavor: Enjoy the distinct roasted and nutty notes of Japanese hojicha tea.
  • Velvety Texture: The fine microfoam creates a luxurious mouthfeel similar to a traditional café flat white.
  • Quick Preparation: This sophisticated beverage comes together in just 10 minutes.
02 -
  • Pre-warm the Cup: Pouring your concentrate into a pre-warmed cup helps maintain the ideal temperature of the beverage.
  • Microfoam Consistency: Aim for a microfoam that is fine and velvety rather than stiff and airy for the most authentic flat white experience.
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