How to Make Matcha Green Tea in 3 Ways (Bamboo Whisk, Milk Frother and Without a Whisk)
How to Make Matcha Green Tea in 3 Ways (Bamboo Whisk, Milk Frother and Without a Whisk) is a easy Japanese recipe that serves 1. 5 calories per serving. Recipe by Honest Food Talks on YouTube.
Prep: 3 min | Cook: 2 min | Total: 7 min
Cost: $1.00 total, $1.00 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 g Matcha Powder (high-quality ceremonial grade for best flavor)
- 60 ml Water (heated to about 80°C (not boiling))
Instructions
Heat Water to 80°C
Boil water, then let it cool for 2‑3 minutes or use a temperature‑controlled kettle to reach approximately 80°C.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: 80°C
Preheat Bowl and Whisk
Add a splash of the hot water to the chawan, dip the bamboo whisk briefly (8‑10 seconds), then discard the water and wipe the bowl dry.
Time: PT1M
Measure Matcha
Using a chashaku, gently scoop 1‑2 heaped scoops (about 2 g) of matcha powder into the bowl. Tap off excess.
Time: PT30S
Add Hot Water
Pour 60 ml of the 80°C water into the bowl. Optionally sift the matcha through a fine sieve to break up clumps.
Time: PT10S
Whisk Traditionally
Hold the bowl with one hand and whisk with the other using a fast back‑and‑forth (W or M) motion for 15‑20 seconds until a frothy, creamy layer forms.
Time: PT20S
Serve Traditional Matcha
Enjoy the matcha as is or with a light Japanese snack.
Time: PT0S
Milk Frother Method – Add Water
Pour cold water (about 60 ml) into the milk frother container.
Time: PT10S
Milk Frother Method – Add Matcha
Add ¼ to ½ teaspoon of matcha powder (or to taste) using a teaspoon.
Time: PT10S
Milk Frother Method – Froth
Turn on the frother on the lowest heat setting and let it run until the mixture is frothy (about 30 seconds).
Time: PT30S
Handheld Electric Whisk Method – Add Water
Pour 60 ml of 80°C water into a tall mug or glass.
Time: PT10S
Temperature: 80°C
Handheld Electric Whisk Method – Add Matcha
Add the measured matcha powder to the mug.
Time: PT10S
Handheld Electric Whisk Method – Whisk
Insert the electric whisk and move it in a gentle up‑and‑down motion for 15‑20 seconds until frothy.
Time: PT20S
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 5
- Protein
- 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates
- 1 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 0.5 g
Dietary info: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Last updated: April 18, 2026








