Name: Matcha Mojito
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 mocktail
Ingredients: 1 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder; 2 tbsp hot water (not boiling — 80°C); 10 fresh mint leaves; Juice of 1 lime; 2 tsp simple syrup or honey; 200ml sparkling water; Ice & mint sprig to garnish

Ingredients

1 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder
2 tbsp hot water (not boiling — 80°C)
10 fresh mint leaves
Juice of 1 lime
2 tsp simple syrup or honey
200ml sparkling water
Ice & mint sprig to garnish

Method

1

Whisk matchaSift matcha into a small bowl. Add hot water and whisk in a W-pattern until smooth and frothy with no lumps.
2

MuddleMuddle mint and lime juice with simple syrup in a tall glass.
3

Add matchaAdd the whisked matcha. Stir to combine.
4

Ice & topAdd ice and top with sparkling water. Stir once. Garnish with mint.

About This Drink

Matcha has been central to Japanese culture since the 12th century — prepared with near-ceremonial precision by Buddhist monks as a meditation aid. The Mojito is Cuba's most famous drink. Their combination feels unlikely but works because both are built on the same principle: green freshness, acidity, and sparkling water.

Bartender's Tips

The whisking step is essential — unwhisked matcha will be bitter and lumpy. Use ceremonial grade (bright green) rather than culinary grade (yellower, more bitter). For a creamier version, replace sparkling water with coconut milk — a Japanese-Thai mashup that works beautifully.

Origin

Source

Featured at Japanese-fusion restaurants; popularised by Nobu and modern Japanese bars

Origin

Japan (mojito technique)

Difficulty

Easy · 5 min

🍵 Matcha Mojito

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