Ingredients
Drink Ingredients
- Fresh squeezed orange juice, 1 cup (approximately 240 ml)
- Matcha powder, 5 g
- Hot water (not boiling), 50 g (about 1.8 fl oz)
- Ice, as needed to fill glass
Orange Cream Topping
- Heavy whipping cream, 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Fresh squeezed orange juice, splash (about 1 tbsp)
- Honey, to taste (approximately 1 tsp)
- Vanilla extract, splash (about 1/4 tsp)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Orange Juice Base: Freshly squeeze your orange juice and pour it into a serving glass. Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the drink.
- Whisk the Matcha: In a separate bowl, whisk 5 grams of matcha powder with 50 grams of hot water (not boiling) until the mixture is smooth and frothy, ensuring no lumps remain. Slowly pour this matcha mixture over the ice and orange juice, allowing the layers to remain distinct.
- Froth the Orange Cream: In a small glass or bowl, combine heavy whipping cream with a splash of fresh orange juice, honey to your preferred sweetness, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Froth the mixture until it becomes thick and pourable, creating a creamy topping.
- Assemble the Drink: Gently float the orange cream on top of the matcha and orange juice layers. Avoid stirring immediately to preserve the beautiful layered effect. Let the layers sit for a moment before mixing well and enjoying your drink.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best citrus flavor and natural sweetness.
- Do not use boiling water for the matcha; too hot water can make the matcha taste bitter.
- Adjust the honey amount based on your desired sweetness level.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste and best texture.
- To create the froth, you can use a handheld frother or vigorously whisk the cream mixture by hand.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
