Sparkling Matcha Yuzu Cooler
Sparkling Matcha Yuzu Cooler
Ingredients
For the Cooler
- 2 teaspoons matcha powder, ceremonial grade recommended
- 1/4 cup hot water, about 175°F (80°C)
- 1/2 cup yuzu juice, freshly squeezed or bottled
- 1/4 cup simple syrup, adjust to taste
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- ice, as needed
- mint sprigs, for garnish, as needed
- yuzu slices, for garnish, as needed
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, add the matcha powder. Pour the hot water over the matcha. Whisk vigorously with a matcha whisk or a small regular whisk until the matcha is fully dissolved and a frothy layer forms on top. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
In a pitcher or large mixing bowl, combine the whisked matcha, yuzu juice, and simple syrup. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Fill four tall glasses with ice.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Divide the matcha-yuzu mixture evenly among the four glasses. Top each glass with chilled sparkling water.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Gently stir each cooler to combine the sparkling water with the matcha mixture. Garnish each glass with a fresh mint sprig and a thin slice of yuzu, if desired. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Sparkling Matcha Yuzu Cooler
Ingredients
For the Cooler
- 2 teaspoons matcha powder, ceremonial grade recommended
- 1/4 cup hot water, about 175°F (80°C)
- 1/2 cup yuzu juice, freshly squeezed or bottled
- 1/4 cup simple syrup, adjust to taste
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- ice, as needed
- mint sprigs, for garnish, as needed
- yuzu slices, for garnish, as needed
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, add the matcha powder. Pour the hot water over the matcha. Whisk vigorously with a matcha whisk or a small regular whisk until the matcha is fully dissolved and a frothy layer forms on top. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
In a pitcher or large mixing bowl, combine the whisked matcha, yuzu juice, and simple syrup. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Fill four tall glasses with ice.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Divide the matcha-yuzu mixture evenly among the four glasses. Top each glass with chilled sparkling water.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Gently stir each cooler to combine the sparkling water with the matcha mixture. Garnish each glass with a fresh mint sprig and a thin slice of yuzu, if desired. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min