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Mango Matcha

I love making matcha at home, but I know it’s not for everyone. Matcha has a very specific taste that some people love, while others find it taste like grass or sushi. One thing I have learned over the years is that the quality of matcha can vary a lot depending on the brand.

I finally found a brand I really like, and I have been using this brand for years now and even started gifting it to friends. It is a nice present to bring when you are hosted somewhere, especially since it comes in these beautiful small boxes that look as good as it tastes like.

This mango matcha drink is served cold and it’s super nice to drink on a warm summer day. I make it by blending frozen mango with a bit of water and use then my hand blender. I don’t own a traditional matcha set, so I just whisk the powder and boiling water in a bowl with a fork, which works fine as well.

For the milk, I use a coconut drink. To froth it, you need a milk foamer that works with cold milk, as that gives it a nice texture. I have been using my new Alessi foamer, which I got for my birthday, and it’s perfect for this recipe.

I like this recipe because the sweetness of the mango goes well with the earthy flavour of the matcha. It gives together with the coconut milk a nice tropical twist.

Matcha Tea
Package of Coconut Milk
Frozen Mango with Matcha and Coconut Milk
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Mango Matcha

Mango Puree with Matcha and Coconut Milk
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Keyword: mango matcha
Author: Annely
Servings: 1

Adjust servings here:

Equipment

  • milk foamer
  • blender
  • small sieve for matcha (optional)

Ingredients
 

  • 45 grams frozen mango
  • 60 ml water (cold)
  • 1 tsp matcha powder
  • 125 ml water (hot, around 80°C or 175°F)
  • 60 ml coconut drink (coconut milk blended with rice)
  • a few ice cubes

Instructions

  • Blend the frozen mango with cold water using a hand mixer.
  • Sift the matcha powder into a bowl. Add a splash of boiled water and use a whisk or fork to mix it into a paste. Then, add the rest of the water.
  • Pour the mango purée into a glass and add ice cubes.
  • Use a milk frother on the cold setting to foam the coconut milk.
  • Slowly pour the matcha over the mango and ice to avoid mixing the layers.
  • Add the coconut foam. Use a sieve to sprinkle a little matcha powder on top.

Enjoy!