Beginner’s Guide to Making Matcha Latte, Iced Tea & Frappuccino
Love Starbucks matcha drinks but not the $6+ price tag? You’re not alone. Whether it’s the creamy green tea latte, the refreshing iced shaken matcha, or the decadent matcha frappuccino—you can now make them all at home in just 5 minutes, using only 3 ingredients!
This step-by-step guide is perfect for beginners, no barista skills required.
🌱 Why Use Matcha Instead of Regular Green Tea?
Matcha is made by grinding whole green tea leaves into powder. It contains more antioxidants, L-theanine, and chlorophyll, giving you a calm focus and steady energy.
Want to dive deeper into the health benefits? Check out this blog:
👉 Leafmill Matcha Tea Benefits
🍵 What You’ll Need for All Matcha Drinks
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Matcha Powder: Use Leafmill Ceremonial Grade Matcha for vibrant color and smooth flavor.
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Milk of Choice: Whole milk, oat milk, or almond milk work great.
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Sweetener (optional): Starbucks uses simple syrup, but honey, agave, or maple syrup also work.
☕ 1. Starbucks Matcha Green Tea Latte (Hot)
Instructions:
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Sift 1 tsp matcha powder into a bowl to remove clumps.
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Add 2 tbsp hot water (about 176°F/80°C) and whisk until frothy using a bamboo whisk or milk frother.
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Heat 1 cup of milk with sweetener, either on the stove or in the microwave. Don’t boil!
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Combine: Pour the matcha into a cup, then add the milk. Stir, or keep layered like Starbucks.
🎯 For more matcha latte variations, explore this blog:
🧊 2. Iced Matcha Latte
Same ingredients, just skip heating the milk:
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Whisk matcha with hot water as above.
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Add cold milk and sweetener.
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Shake or stir with ice cubes in a jar or cocktail shaker.
✅ Result: A refreshing, creamy matcha latte—Starbucks style!
🍃 3. Iced Shaken Matcha Tea
One of Starbucks’ best light options—lower sugar, clean energy.
Instructions:
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Mix 1 tsp matcha with 100ml hot water and whisk smooth.
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Add 1 cup of cold water (or cold brewed green tea).
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Add sweetener (optional).
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Shake well with ice and pour into a tall glass.
✨ Perfect for mid-day refreshment or low-calorie sipping!
🍧 4. Starbucks Matcha Frappuccino
Craving something creamy and dessert-like? Try the iconic Matcha Frappuccino.
Additional Ingredients:
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1 cup of ice
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1/4 cup vanilla ice cream or frozen banana
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Whipped cream for topping (optional)
How to Make:
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Blend 1 tsp matcha + 1/2 cup milk + sweetener + ice + ice cream until smooth.
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Top with whipped cream for the full Starbucks effect!
🎁 Great for weekends or matcha parties with friends.
🧠 Pro Tips for Beginners
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Tip |
Why It Matters |
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✅ Sift the matcha |
Prevents clumps for a smooth texture |
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✅ Use warm, not boiling water |
Keeps the flavor sweet and mild |
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✅ Froth your milk |
For a café-style creamy mouthfeel |
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✅ Adjust sweetness |
Starbucks is sweet—customize to your taste |
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✅ Use vibrant green matcha |
Dull green = low quality |
🔗 More Resources You’ll Love
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📚 Health Benefits of Matcha Tea
Learn how matcha compares to regular green tea and why it’s trending.
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💚 Shop Our Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powder
The same vibrant matcha used in these recipes—barista-grade quality at a better price.
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From coconut matcha latte to vanilla oat matcha—you’ll find your perfect match.
🎉 Final Thoughts
Making Starbucks-style matcha drinks at home is not only budget-friendly—it’s fun, customizable, and totally beginner-friendly. With just a few simple tools and the right matcha, you can enjoy your favorite green tea drinks whenever you like.
