Cool, creamy, and fragrant, this Iced Hojicha Latte is the perfect way to enjoy the aromatic flavor of roasted tea. Made with Japanese roasted green tea powder and milk over ice, it’s smooth, mellow, and easy to whip up at home.
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What is hojicha?
Hojicha is Japanese green tea that is roasted, giving it a warm, smoky, nutty, and slightly caramel-like flavor.
Unlike matcha, hojicha is low in caffeine, making it great for afternoons or even evenings.
If you're new to hojicha, be sure to check out my Beginner's Guide to Hojicha.
What does it taste like?
Hojicha has a slightly sweet and smoky taste -- a little nutty, similar to coffee without the bitterness.
Speaking of bitterness, hojicha actually does not contain any caffeine.
Why you’ll love this recipe
Quick & easy: similar to my Iced Matcha Latte, you can make this hojicha iced latte in under 5 minutes.
Low in caffeine: this iced hojicha latte is perfect for a gentle pick-me-up.
Versatile: use dairy or your favorite plant-based milk, or add in other flavors such as mango.
If you love my warm Hojicha Latte recipe, this chilled version is a refreshing twist you’ll want to add to your routine.
Ingredients you’ll need
- hojicha powder: sifted
- hot water: not too hot; about ~82°C/180°F
- sweetener: you can use simple syrup, honey, maple syrup, hojicha syrup or granulated sugar
- cold milk: your choice of dairy or a non-dairy alternative
- ice cubes
- whipped cream: optional
Where to find?
You can find hojicha powder online from specialty tea shops.
How to make an iced hojicha latte
In a small glass or bowl, combine hojicha powder and hot water and whisk until fully dissolved and smooth.
Add sweetener while the mixture is still warm (if using). Stir to dissolve.
Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour in the hojicha tea.
Add in the cold milk and top with whipped cream, if desired.
Add a straw and stir gently to combine.
How to serve
Serve the Iced Hojicha Latte with other treats such as Matcha Hojicha Vanilla Angel Cake Slices, Oolong Tea Roll Cake, or Black Sesame Roll Cake.
Expert tips
For a stronger tea flavor, increase the amount of hojicha powder. You can adjust the amount to your taste.
Try blending the drink with ice for a frappé version. Or blend with ice cream for a hojicha milkshake.
Use oat milk or almond milk for a creamy, plant-based option.
Invert the drink by adding the milk first, and then topping it off with the hojicha.
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to make it a decadent drink.
FAQs
Can I make my own hojicha powder?
Unfortunately, grinding the tea leaves in a coffee grinder will not produce powder that is fine enough.
The end result will be gritty. It's best to use a commercial finely ground/stonemilled hojicha powder.
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Iced Hojicha Latte
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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon hojicha powder sifted
- ¼ C hot water ~80°C/176°F
- 1 C milk of your choice or non-dairy alternative
- ice
- whipped cream optional
Instructions
Using hojicha powder:
- In a small glass or bowl, combine hojicha powder and hot water and whisk until fully dissolved and smooth.
- Add sweetener while the mixture is still warm (if using). Stir to dissolve.
- Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour in the hojicha tea.
- Add in the cold milk and top with whipped cream, if desired.
- Add a straw and stir gently to combine.
- Enjoy immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.
Yumi
I love matcha and hojicha!! 🙂
Michelle
Glad you are loving both teas Yumi! 🙂
Gail Montero
The flavor of roasted green tea sounds so unique and tasty! Need to try this soon!
Claudia Lamascolo
Perfect for summer I love how refreshing this sounds and looks!
Cate
This sounds so refreshing and delicious! Making this over the weekend thanks for sharing.
Beth
This looks so refreshing and yummy! My daughter is going to love this recipe! I can’t wait to make this!
Lindsay
I've never had roasted tea, but this recipe makes me want to go look for some!
Michelle
If you like coffee, you may enjoy the roasted tea! It has a delicious smoky flavour to it 🙂
Turell Danson
Just bought Hoijicha from my favorite tea company, Mizuba, and can't wait to try this recipe!!
David @ Spiced
We bought some Hojicha after reading another post you shared...so good! Now I need to make this latte as it sounds perfect for a mid-morning break on a warm summer day. Beautiful photos as always, too!
Michelle
Oooh I'm happy to hear that you bought some hojicha, David! That's super exciting! 😀