Matcha Iced Latte
A Matcha Iced Latte is a chilled beverage made by whisking ceremonial-grade matcha powder with a small amount of hot water, then pouring it over ice and topping it with cold milk. Its core ingredients are matcha, milk (dairy or plant-based), and optionally a sweetener like simple syrup or vanilla. This drink is a modern, Western-influenced adaptation of traditional Japanese matcha tea.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is typically moderate in carbohydrates, primarily from the milk's natural lactose or added sweeteners, and provides a small amount of protein from the milk. The key nutrient is matcha itself, which is rich in antioxidants like EGCG, and the drink offers a moderate caffeine boost for sustained energy. A standard 12-16 oz serving with whole milk and a touch of sweetener generally ranges from 150 to 250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 15 g |
| Sodium | 90 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a fusion of the ancient Japanese tea ceremony tradition with contemporary global coffee shop culture. Nutritionally, the L-theanine in matcha is unique for promoting a state of calm alertness, potentially mitigating the jittery effects of caffeine.
