Matcha Lemonade
Make refreshing Matcha Lemonade with just 10 minutes prep time! This vibrant green tea lemonade combines antioxidant-rich matcha with fresh lemon juice for a healthy, energizing summer drink.
Equipment
- small bowl
- whisk
- large pitcher
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp hot water
- 1 tbsp high-quality matcha powder
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice from about 3-4 lemons
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk 3 tablespoons of hot water with 1 tablespoon of matcha powder until no lumps remain and a smooth, vibrant green paste forms.
- In a large pitcher, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, stirring vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Pour the smooth matcha paste into the pitcher with the lemon-sugar mixture and stir thoroughly to combine into a uniform green liquid.
- Add 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher and stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Fill serving glasses with 1 cup of ice cubes, pour the matcha lemonade over the ice, and garnish each glass with a fresh lemon slice.