Hojicha Macchiato Japanese Style (Printer-friendly)

Soothing roasted green tea meets creamy steamed milk for a comforting Japanese-style beverage.

# 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 to 3 tablespoons whole milk or oat milk

# Directions:

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 to 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 -
  • A unique, roasted tea profile that is naturally nutty and aromatic.
  • Low in caffeine compared to coffee-based macchiatos.
  • Requires only a handful of ingredients and 10 minutes to prepare.
  • Versatile enough to be enjoyed as a dairy-free or vegan treat.
02 -
  • Use high-quality hojicha leaves to ensure a deep, non-bitter tea base.
  • If you don't have a frother, you can shake warm milk in a jar and then spoon out the foam.
  • Always mark the tea by spooning the foam in the center to maintain the classic macchiato look.
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