Earl Grey Syrup Matcha | Maison Koko

Earl Grey Syrup Matcha

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Chill Time: 20 mins (for syrup to cool)
  • Servings: 1 Drink
  • Category: Drink/Refreshment

Why You'll Love This Matcha Recipe

  • Elegant Flavour Fusion: Fragrant Earl Grey syrup meets smooth ceremonial matcha.
  • Café-Level Layers: Earl Grey syrup, milk, matcha, and vanilla cream foam in one glass.
  • Make-Ahead Syrup: Whip up the syrup in advance for quick drinks all week.
  • Beautifully Balanced: Bergamot, vanilla, and umami matcha in perfect harmony.

Ingredients

Earl Grey Syrup

  • 5 Earl Grey tea bags
  • 250ml water
  • ¼ cup brown sugar

Matcha & Assembly

  • 5g matcha powder
  • 80ml warm water
  • 100ml milk
  • 80g thickened cream
  • Sweetener of choice (to taste)
  • Vanilla bean paste (to taste)
  • Ice

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Directions

Step 1

Make the Earl Grey Syrup

  • Steep 5 Earl Grey tea bags in 250ml of water.
  • Add the brown sugar and mix through until dissolved.
  • Set aside to cool completely.

Step 2

Prepare the Matcha

  • Sift 5g of matcha into a chawan (matcha bowl).
  • Whisk with 80ml of warm water until smooth and frothy. Set aside.

Step 3

Whip the Cream Foam

  • Whip the thickened cream with your sweetener of choice and a little vanilla bean paste until thickened into a soft foam. Set aside.

Step 4

Assemble & Serve!

  • Pour 2 tbsp of Earl Grey syrup over a glass of ice.
  • Add the milk, then pour over your matcha.
  • Top with the vanilla cream foam.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your fragrant Earl Grey Syrup Matcha!

Pro Tips for the Best Earl Gray Syrup Matcha

  • Let the syrup cool fully before assembling, warm syrup will melt your ice and dilute the drink.
  • Steep the tea a little longer for a stronger bergamot flavour that cuts through the milk and cream.
  • Don't over-whip the cream – you want a soft, pourable foam that sits beautifully on top.

FAQs

1. Can I make the Earl Grey syrup ahead of time?

Yes! Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, ready whenever a matcha craving strikes.

2. Can I make this dairy-free?

Absolutely. Use your favourite plant-based milk and a whippable dairy-free cream for the foam.

3. Can I serve this hot instead of iced?

Yes, simply warm the milk, skip the ice, and stir the syrup through before adding your matcha and cream.

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