Hojicha Macchiato Japanese Beverage (Printable Version)

Creamy Japanese beverage combining roasted green tea with frothed milk for a comforting, café-style experience.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tea Base

01 - 1.5 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 1 hojicha tea bag
02 - 2/3 cup hot water at 195°F

→ Milk

03 - 2-3 tablespoons whole milk or oat milk

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat water to 195°F. Place hojicha tea leaves or tea bag in a teapot or mug.
02 - Pour hot water over the tea and steep for 2-3 minutes. Remove the leaves or tea bag.
03 - Steam the milk using a milk frother, steam wand, or by heating and whisking until frothy.
04 - Pour the brewed hojicha into a small espresso cup or demitasse.
05 - Spoon a small amount of steamed milk foam directly onto the center of the tea, creating a macchiato dot.
06 - Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Naturally low in caffeine compared to coffee-based macchiatos.
  • A quick, 10-minute preparation for a sophisticated café drink.
  • Earthy and roasted flavors that pair perfectly with creamy frothed milk.
02 -
  • Check your tea and milk labels for cross-contamination if you have specific allergies.
  • Avoid over-steeping the tea to prevent any bitterness from developing.
  • If using a steam wand, keep it just below the surface to create fine-textured microfoam.
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