Matcha · Drinks

Lychee Matcha Latte with Lychee Cream Cheese Foam

Sweet lychee meets earthy matcha under a cloud of cream cheese foam. One of those drinks that feels a little extra in the best way.

Ingredients

Matcha Base

• 3g matcha powder
• 30g hot water (175°F / 80°C)
• 10g maple syrup
• 100ml milk of your choice

• 2 tbsp lychee syrup (from the can)

Lychee Cream Cheese Foam

• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 3 tbsp lychee syrup
• 1 tsp cream cheese

Method

1. 1Sift matcha powder into a small bowl.
2. 2Pour boiling water into a teacup to cool it to 80°C, then pour into the tea bowl with the matcha.
3. 3Add maple syrup and whisk vigorously for 15 seconds in an "M" shape until smooth and frothy.
4. 4For the lychee cream cheese foam, whisk together heavy cream, lychee syrup, and cream cheese until thickened and foamy.
5. 5Add ice to a glass, pour in lychee syrup and milk, then slowly pour the matcha on top.
6. 6Spoon the lychee cream cheese foam over the top.