Hojicha Cortado Smooth Drink (Printable Version)

A silky blend of roasted hojicha tea and steamed milk creates a balanced, aromatic drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tea

01 - 2 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 1 hojicha tea bag
02 - 1/2 cup water, just below boiling (approximately 195°F)

→ Milk

03 - 1/2 cup whole milk or plant-based milk alternative

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat water to just below boiling, approximately 195°F (90°C).
02 - Add hojicha tea leaves or tea bag to a teapot or infuser. Pour hot water over the tea and steep for 2 to 3 minutes. Strain or remove the tea bag.
03 - While the tea steeps, steam the milk until hot and frothy. If you do not have a steamer, gently heat milk on the stovetop and whisk until frothy.
04 - Pour the brewed hojicha into a heatproof cup, approximately 1/2 cup in volume.
05 - Add the steamed milk in equal proportion (approximately 1/2 cup), holding back the foam with a spoon, then spoon the froth on top if desired.
06 - Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and simple to prepare in just 10 minutes
  • Perfect balance of roasted tea flavor and creamy milk
  • Lower caffeine than coffee but still satisfying
  • Easily adaptable for dairy-free diets
  • Sophisticated taste that works morning or afternoon
02 -
  • For the richest flavor, use freshly roasted hojicha tea leaves rather than tea bags
  • Whole milk creates the most luxurious texture, but any milk will work
  • The ideal ratio is 1:1 tea to milk for a balanced flavor
  • If using a milk frother, froth only after heating the milk for best results
  • Drink immediately while hot for the optimal experience
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