As temperatures climb, it’s time to rethink what you’re drinking. While a classic iced matcha latte is always a great choice, matcha is incredibly versatile and it works well with a variety of flavors. Whether you're lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard barbecue, or simply looking for an afternoon pick-me-up, there's a matcha recipe for every summer occasion.
Here are seven refreshing recipes to keep you cool all season long.
1. Matcha Chocolate Yogurt Clusters
Not every refreshing summer treat has to be a drink. These frozen yogurt clusters are made with yogurt, chocolate, and matcha and fit into one perfect bite-sized snack. We recommend keeping them stocked in your freezer for warm days.
2. Vanilla Matcha Piña Colada Smoothie
Bring vacation vibes home with this creamy tropical smoothie. Made with pineapple, coconut, vanilla, and matcha, this smoothie is a refreshing blend that tastes just like a pina colada minus the rum. It’s perfect for pool days, breakfast, and post-workout smoothies
3. Strawberry Matcha Ice Smashed Tea
Fresh strawberries and matcha are one of summer's best flavor combinations. It's an easy and delicious recipe to make when strawberries are at their peak.
4. Matcha Mint Lemonade
Nothing says summer quite like lemonade. This matcha mint lemonade is one you'll want to make again and again throughout the season. Ideal for cookouts and hot afternoons.
Make matcha mint lemonade here
5. Vanilla Matcha Pear Spritzer
Looking for something a little more sophisticated? This sparkling pear spritzer is a mix of juicy pear, creamy vanilla, bubbly water, and matcha. It’s great as a mocktail or anytime you want something a little extra.
6. Blueberry Lemon Matcha Fizz
Blueberries, Lemon, sparkling water, and matcha come together in this refreshing summer drink. It's fruity, lightly fizzy, and just tart enough to feel incredibly refreshing on a hot afternoon.
Also makes for a great alternative to sugary sodas.
7. Matcha Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches
Ice cream sandwiches are a classic summer dessert. They're fun to make, even more fun to share, and guaranteed to disappear quickly at any gathering. Make a batch ahead of time and keep them in the freezer for those extra-hot afternoons.
Tips for making refreshing matcha recipes
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Use cold, filtered water for the freshest flavor in iced drinks.
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Whisk your matcha first. Dissolving it in a small amount of water before adding ice or other ingredients helps create a smoother drink.
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Choose ripe seasonal fruit. Summer produce delivers the best flavor with less added sweetener.
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Freeze extra fruit. If you have extra fruit on hand, freeze it! Frozen berries and pineapple make smoothies extra creamy without watering them down.
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Keep culinary matcha on hand. Its robust flavor holds up beautifully in smoothies, desserts, and fruit-forward recipes.
Bottom line
Summer is the perfect season to get creative with matcha. From sparkling fruit drinks and tropical smoothies to frozen desserts and refreshing snacks, there's no shortage of delicious ways to enjoy matcha this time of year.
