Citric Acid Free Vegan Oat Milk Iced Matcha Latte
That vivid green swirl hitting the cold oat milk is genuinely one of the most satisfying things to watch in a glass. This drink comes together with just a handful of clean, whole ingredients ā matcha, oat milk, maple syrup, and ice ā so there's no need to stress over hidden additives that can sneak into store-bought versions. Citric acid shows up in a surprising number of flavored beverages and ready-made lattes as a preservative or flavor enhancer, but every ingredient here is naturally free of it. The key to a smooth, lump-free result is sifting the matcha before whisking it with hot (not boiling) water, which keeps the flavor bright and grassy rather than bitter. Maple syrup adds just the right touch of sweetness without any of the synthetic ingredients found in flavored syrups. Poured over ice with chilled oat milk, it's creamy, refreshing, and genuinely hard to put down.
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1 serving
- 1 tsp ceremonial-grade or culinary-grade matcha powder
- 2 tbsp hot water (175Ā°f / 80Ā°c ā not boiling)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Ā¾ cup oat milk, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl to break up any clumps. Add the hot water and whisk vigorously in a quick W or M motion until the matcha is fully dissolved and a thin layer of foam forms on the surface, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Stir the maple syrup into the matcha mixture until fully combined.
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