Hojicha Macchiato Japanese Latte

The Hojicha Macchiato is a beautiful Japanese-inspired beverage that brings the sophisticated feel of a coffee house into your home. By utilizing roasted green tea instead of espresso, this drink offers a unique, nutty depth that pairs perfectly with the airy lightness of steamed milk foam.

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Roasted at high temperatures, hojicha leaves lose their bitterness and take on a caramel-like aroma. This makes the tea an ideal base for a macchiato, where the "mark" of milk foam adds just enough creaminess to soften the tea's bold, toasty character.

Ingredients

• Tea Base
• 1 1/2 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea (or 1 hojicha tea bag)
• 150 ml (2/3 cup) hot water (about 90°C / 195°F)
• Milk
• 40 ml (2–3 tablespoons) whole milk (or oat milk for dairy-free)

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Instructions

Step 1

Heat water to about 90°C (195°F). Place hojicha tea leaves or tea bag in a teapot or mug.

Step 2

Pour hot water over the tea and steep for 2–3 minutes. Remove the leaves or tea bag.

Step 3

Meanwhile, steam the milk using a milk frother, steam wand, or by heating and whisking until frothy.

Step 4

Pour the brewed hojicha into a small cup (such as an espresso cup or demitasse).

Step 5

Spoon a small amount of steamed milk foam directly onto the center of the tea, creating a macchiato dot.

Step 6

Serve immediately.

Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung

To ensure a clean tea base, always use a fine-mesh tea strainer if you are brewing with loose leaf tea. Maintaining the water temperature at 90°C is crucial for extracting the full roasted flavor without introducing unwanted bitterness.

Varianten und Anpassungen

For a vegan or dairy-free version, oat or soy milk are excellent substitutes that froth well. If you prefer a slightly sweeter drink, stir a small amount of honey or brown sugar into the hot tea base before adding your milk foam.

Serviervorschläge

Serve this beverage in a classic espresso cup to maintain its concentrated flavor and aesthetic appeal. The roasted profile of hojicha also pairs wonderfully with a light dusting of cinnamon or cocoa powder on top of the milk foam.

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This Hojicha Macchiato is the perfect way to enjoy a moment of calm. Whether you're looking for a quick morning start or a cozy afternoon treat, this Japanese-inspired beverage is sure to delight your senses.

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Recipe FAQs

→ What makes hojicha different from other green teas?

Hojicha is roasted green tea that has a reddish-brown color and lower caffeine content compared to other green teas. The roasting process gives it a nutty, toasty flavor with less bitterness, making it perfect for pairing with milk in lattes and macchiatos.

→ Can I use a tea bag instead of loose leaves?

Absolutely. One hojicha tea bag works well as a substitute for 1 1/2 teaspoons of loose leaf tea. Simply steep it in hot water for 2-3 minutes, then remove before adding the steamed milk.

→ What milk alternatives work best?

Oat milk froths beautifully and creates a creamy texture similar to dairy milk. Soy milk also works well for frothing. Almond and coconut milk can be used but may produce less stable foam.

→ Is this drink caffeinated?

Yes, but hojicha has lower caffeine content than most green teas because the roasting process reduces caffeine levels. One serving typically contains about 20-30mg of caffeine, compared to 30-50mg in regular green tea and 95mg in coffee.

→ Can I make this without a milk frother?

You can heat milk on the stove or in the microwave, then whisk vigorously with a small whisk or fork until frothy. Alternatively, shake warm milk in a sealed jar for 30-60 seconds to create foam.

→ What sweeteners pair well with hojicha?

Honey and brown sugar complement hojicha's roasted flavors beautifully. Maple syrup, agave, or a splash of vanilla also work nicely. Adjust sweetness to taste before adding the milk.