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    Published: Aug 5, 2023 by Angela · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

    Iced Vanilla Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat)

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    Making an iced vanilla matcha latte at home is a lot easier than you think.  This delicious Starbucks copycat recipe is just as good as the pretty green matcha iced tea latte the barista makes. Plus it costs less. 

    iced Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) PN1

    This cold green tea drink with cream is rich, earthy, and slightly sweet.  The matcha powder has a grassy flavor that pairs well with the fats in the dairy. Add a small bit of sweetener, for the best homemade iced matcha latte recipe. 

    The bonus of making this recipe from scratch is you can change it up to make it just as you like it without rattling off a long list of ingredients to the Starbucks barista. You can control the ingredients so go for it and use organic - and it will still be cheaper than cafe prices.

    Jump to:
    • Ingredients for Vanilla Iced Matcha Latte
    • What is Matcha Powder?
    • Benefits of Green Tea
    • How to Make an Iced Matcha Latte at Home
    • How to Whisk Matcha Powder
    • What to Serve with Iced Matcha Latte
    • How to Make a Matcha Frappe
    • How to Make a Keto Iced Matcha Latte
    • FAQ
    • Iced Vanilla Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat)

    Ingredients for Vanilla Iced Matcha Latte

    The star ingredient for this drink is matcha green tea powder.  You can buy it in Asian markets, specialty markets, many grocery stores, or online at Amazon. 

    • Hot Water - to dissolve the green tea
    • Matcha Powder - organic ceremonial-grade matcha tea powder is recommended for the best taste.
    • Heavy Cream - for a rich & thick texture.
    • Whole Milk - don't use low-fat or non-fat.
    • Sugar - sweetness to balance the earthy flavor of the tea.
    • Vanilla Extract - the floral notes that make this a special drink.
    • Torani Vanilla Syrup - optional instead of real vanilla

    See the recipe card for amounts.

    What is Matcha Powder?

    Matcha actually means "powdered tea". In Japanese, “cha” means tea, and “ma” means powder; therefore, the literal translation is powdered tea. Matcha is a variety of green tea that is ground into a fine powder.  These tea leaves are harvested when young and ground finely into a bright green powder.

    I am unsure what green tea powder Starbucks uses for its matcha lattes.  I have read Starbucks uses a sweetened Tazo matcha powder. Since I am always looking for ways to cut back on sugar, I do not use that. I use an organic unsweetened matcha powder and I recommend my favorites below.

    In the US, you usually see 3 different grades or qualities of matcha:

    • Culinary-Grade Matcha: This is the lowest quality and therefore the most affordable. The color is less vibrant and green, almost brownish. It tends to have a more bitter & weaker flavor than the other 2 higher grades.
    • Latte-Grade Matcha: This middle-grade matcha is also priced accordingly. It's less bitter and greener than culinary grade. The flavor is not as sweet as ceremonial matcha tea.
    • Ceremonial-Grade Matcha: This is the top grade when it comes to color, taste, & smoothness. It’s harvested early which gives the matcha a vibrant green color. It’s far less bitter than the other grades. The sweet undertones make this the best pick for drink recipes.

    Benefits of Green Tea

    Enjoying matcha and other types of green tea has health benefits.   Green tea is loaded with antioxidants. It also has many vitamins including A, B, C, E, and K. To learn more, check out 10 Benefits of Matcha.

    iced Matcha Latte (starbucks copycat) matcha and whisk

    How to Make an Iced Matcha Latte at Home

    It is so easy to DIY your own iced matcha latte & it takes just a few minutes. Believe it or not, this cold beverage starts off by heating water. Whisking the matcha powder in hot water is the key to making this green tea.

    How to Whisk Matcha Powder

    In a small bowl, add the matcha powder. Pour in the hot water. Using a bamboo whisk, whisk until the matcha has fully dissolved. It will be a deep green color. 

    Add in the heavy cream, vanilla (or Torani vanilla syrup), and sugar. Stir to combine.

    iced Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) ingredients
    Now, let it chill in the freezer for about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, gather the rest of your ingredients and two glasses.
     
    Fill two glasses halfway with ice. Next, add your milk of choice to each glass - 1 cup each. Lastly, pour in the chilled matcha mixture.  Optional - add flavored syrup to each glass.  Stir and Enjoy.
    iced Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) pouring matcha into the glass filled with cream and ice

    You may substitute the dairy in this recipe for non-dairy kinds of milk like almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk.   For an optional ingredient, you can add flavored syrup or even a sugar-free variety for an iced matcha latte that is low-carb and keto-friendly.

    What to Serve with Iced Matcha Latte

    Here are some great breakfast options to enjoy with your Starbucks copycat iced matcha latte. All are great for the first meal of the day.  I also recommend my favorite iced beverage. This cool minty coffee is all things amazingly sweet and cream - MINT MOJITO ICED COFFEE - Philz Copycat!

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    Now that you know how to make a mug of homemade matcha latte, there is no need to go to the coffeehouse again.

    iced Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) spoon stirring in the cup filled with green matcha cream and ice

    How to Make a Matcha Frappe

    If you want a matcha frappe like at Starbucks, this latte recipe is easy to alter to have that perfect drink.  This will make two small frappes and you will need a blender to do it instead of the whisking and pour-over method. 

    For a frozen blended matcha latte recipe just like Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks, try the following -

    To your blender cup or bowl, add all the ingredients except the ice. Blend for 30 seconds. It should be fully combined and light green color.
     
    Next, add 1.5 cups of ice cubes (depending on the size of your ice and how much you are making) and blend again for 1 minute. It should be frothy. Pour equal parts into 2 cups and enjoy.
    iced Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) overhead shot of two glassses ready to drink with spoon and green cloth napkin

    How to Make a Keto Iced Matcha Latte

    For a recipe that has less sugar than the original recipe or the Starbucks version, you can easily make this at home.  Here is how I have made this, plus the calories and carbs for a keto, low-carb, diabetic-friendly, and low-calorie recipe.  This keto-friendly iced matcha frappe is the best and is only 110 calories and 4.4 net carbs per serving.

    The ingredients and measurements you will need are as follows but the instructions remain the same:

    KETO/LOW-CARB ICED MATCHA LATTE RECIPE

    2 teaspoon matcha powder

    ¼ C hot water

    2 tablespoon heavy whipping cream

    2 teaspoon Torani sugar-free Vanilla syrup

    2 C unsweetened almond milk

    crushed iced

    iced Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) PIN two glasses of green matcha iced tea ready to drink

    FAQ

    Can I make this in a pitcher for a large batch?

    Matcha tea is a great drink to make ahead of time or in large quantities to share or serve at parties or brunch. This recipe multiplies very easily so you can triple it and more. Check out my guide for how many tablespoons in a cup to help measure accurately.

    How can I make iced matcha with a tea bag?

    If you want to make a matcha latte over ice and you don't have the tea powder, no worries. You can make it with a tea bag - it won't be as rich & creamy but it is still delicious. Lipton has a great recipe on their site.

    What is the difference between ceremonial-grade & culinary-grade matcha powder?

    There is a slight difference between these two. It is thought that ceremonial-grade matcha is from a younger more delicate tea leaf. This leads to a deeper shade of green & has a more mild/less astrigent taste. Culinary-grade matcha has a lighter shade of green and comes from more mature tea leaves. Many will recommend ceremonial matcha for drinking and culinary-grade ingredients in cooking - like in cakes or ice cream.

    iced Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) PIN REDO two glasses filled with ice and cream and green match tea ready to drink and green cloth napkin

    Product Recommendations for this Recipe:

    For the best taste, purchase an Organic Ceremonial Grade Matcha Tea Powder. There are many superior brands available online at Amazon. Here are my two recommendations for high-quality matcha.

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    iced Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) featured two cups with napkin and spoon recipe card

    Iced Vanilla Matcha Latte (Starbucks Copycat)

    Angela
    This matcha iced tea latte with vanilla is a copycat recipe for the delicious drink from Starbucks. It is easy to make a cool refreshing green tea drink using matcha powder. Enjoy it iced or blended for a frozen matcha latte frappe.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
    Cuisine American, Asian, Chinese
    Servings 2

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 teaspoon matcha powder organic ceremonial grade is best
    • ¼ C hot water
    • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
    • 2 C whole milk
    • 2 teaspoon granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or Torani Vanilla Syrup
    • crushed ice to fill or for frappe version
    • 2 teaspoon flavored regular or sugar-free coffee syrup OPTIONAL - such as Torani

    For NonDairy - see alternate milk choices above

      For Sugar-Free/Keto/Low-Carb - substitute sugar with Swerve or Monk fruit

        Instructions
         

        • In a small bowl, add the matcha powder. Pour in the hot water and whisk until the matcha has fully dissolved. It will be a deep green color. 
          Add in the heavy cream, vanilla, and sugar. Stir to combine.  
        • Chill in the freezer for about 5 minutes. Meanwhile gathering the rest of your ingredients and items. 
        • Fill two glasses halfway with ice. Next, add your milk of choice to each glass - 1 cup each. Lastly, pour in the chilled matcha mixture. 
        • Optional - add flavored syrup to each glass.
        • Stir and Enjoy.

        FOR MATCHA LATTE FRAPPE

        • To your blender cup or bowl, add all the ingredients except the ice. Blend for 30 seconds. It should be fully combined and light green color. Next, add 1.5 cups of ice cubes and blend again for 1 minute.
          It should be frothy. Pour equal parts into 2 glasses.  

        Notes

        THIS NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION IS BASED ON THE ORIGINAL RECIPE USING WHOLE MILK AND SUGAR - 
        Nutrition Facts
        Servings: 2
        Amount per serving  
        Calories 166
        % Daily Value*
        Total Fat 7.8g 10%
        Saturated Fat 4.7g 24%
        Cholesterol 30mg 10%
        Sodium 118mg 5%
        Total Carbohydrate 16.2g 6%
        Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
        Total Sugars 15g  
        Protein 9.2g  
        Vitamin D 5mcg 26%
        Calcium 295mg 23%
        Iron 0mg 1%
        Potassium 173mg 4%
        *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
         
        THIS INFORMATION IS BASED ON A KETO LOW-CARB VERSION USING UNSWEETENED ALMOND MILK & TORANI SUGAR-FREE VANILLA SYRUP (NO MILK OR SUGAR) AS SHARED IN THE ABOVE POST - 
        Nutrition Facts
        Servings: 2
        Amount per serving  
        Calories 110
        % Daily Value*
        Total Fat 8.6g 11%
        Saturated Fat 3.5g 17%
        Cholesterol 21mg 7%
        Sodium 186mg 8%
        Total Carbohydrate 6.4g 2%
        Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
        Total Sugars 6g  
        Protein 2.3g  
        Vitamin D 8mcg 39%
        Calcium 310mg 24%
        Iron 1mg 5%
        Potassium 188mg 4%
        *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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        1. Mahy says

          September 23, 2021 at 9:03 am

          5 stars
          I would never think making iced matcha latte is such an easy process. Love it!

          Reply
        2. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

          September 23, 2021 at 9:23 am

          5 stars
          Love how easy this recipe is. It’s perfect for our family!

          Reply
        3. Natalie says

          September 23, 2021 at 9:26 am

          5 stars
          I never tried the Starbucks version but this sounds amazing. I love matcha latte, now I have to try the iced version too. Thanks!

          Reply
        4. Jess says

          September 23, 2021 at 9:40 am

          5 stars
          I love making copycat recipes at home. So much cheaper!

          Reply
        5. Dannii says

          September 23, 2021 at 9:51 am

          5 stars
          What an incredible vibrant colour. I can't wait to try this!

          Reply

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