A Three-Step Recipe Of Green Tea Latte

Winter is here! A hot cup of beverage can be your perfect companion for this cozy winter. Health drinks have always been those boring old ones. Are you looking to try something new? We have a shade of green for which is a must-add to your menu for the next get-together. 

 

Don't get me wrong; a green tea shot is great for getting tipsy, but when it comes to staying healthy, a green tea latte is a must. Health nuts have been going crazy about Green tea latte. It is because of its delicious taste and excellent health benefits. However,  do not go for any of the mixes out there! They might have sugars. What are the right fundamental ingredients? How to make green tea? h the article to find out.

 

What Is a Green Tea Latte?

As suggested by its name, a green tea latte is a latte; however, there is a slight difference. It is made with green tea rather than espresso. A combination of steamed milk and espresso has been used for ages to make a latte. In the green tea latte, instead of coffee, green tea is used. It is much healthier than the traditional one. 

 

However, when it comes to popularity, matcha has been aces. People are crushing over matcha latte because of its  benefits. It is super healthy, easy to make, and delicious in taste. 

 

Why Is Green Tea Latte Good For You?

There is a reason behind the skyrocketed gain in popularity by the green latte. The health benefits of this beverage are beyond comparison. The green tea latte is an extremely nourishing beverage that is filled with antioxidants, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), etc. EGCG is a component extracted from green tea leaves that have cancer-fighting properties. 

 

Here are a few benefits that the tea passes on to you( remember these are  just a few, there are a lot more):

• Enhance your health and wellness
• Boost your brainpower to structure your day
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Reduce your cancer risk.
• Lessens your heart disease possibilities.
• Lowers down the diabetes chances

Please note that: When you are using ready-to-use mixes(  like the green tea latte recipe Starbucks) you need to be alert. The mixes may have substances like sugars involved. There are six basic ingredients in a healthy mix or cup of green latte. You can add flavors for taste. There are healthy substitutes for sugars as well. Always read the ingredients of the mix before use.

 

What Is A Green Tea Latte Made Of?

There are various ways to make a beverage. There are different ingredients used by different people. These ingredients depend on many factors like culture, personal preferences, etc. It can be tough to find the right ingredients. We have shortlisted the basic ingredients that you may need to start your experience with the green tea latte:

Green Tea Bags: The type of green tea bag is up to you. You can use any variety that you wish to. Be it the basic green tea or any flavored one. 

 

• Boiled Water: A hot cup of water will give you the perfect steep to brew your tea in.

 

Plant-Based Milk: We love my latte creamy! Hence, We prefer the green tea latte recipe almond milk. There are other options like cashew, oat, soy, etc. Choose the one that suits you and your taste buds the best. 

 

• A poon f Honey: One thing about healthy things is that they are mostly bitter. Green tea is no different. It has a naturally bitter taste. To balance it out you may need a sweet addition. Go for a healthy sweet substitute for sugar. We personally would recommend honey. You can go for flavored substitutes like maple syrup, coconut sugar, etc.

 

•  A Zing Of Ginger: To add a little spice and kick a little ginger can be added.

 

Cinnamon Powder: Something to add comfort and soothing flavors to your cup of green tea latte.

 

How To Prepare The Peerless Cup Of Green Tea Latte Without Matcha

One of the best things about latte is that it is easy to make. Three simple steps and you are done. Wondering how? Follow the steps given below and within minutes you will have your hot and healthy beverage in your hands:

 

• Brew The Tea: Place the tea bag in a mug and fill it halfway with boiling water. Leave it like that for about 3-5 minutes. It will brew the tea leaves perfectly. Once brewed remove the tea bag from the mug.

 

• Add The Ingredients:  Heat 3/4 th cup of milk. Add a teaspoon of honey and other ingredients to it while it heats up. Make sure not to boil the milk. Let the flavors of the ingredients cook in the milk smoothly.

 

• Blend It Up!: Add the ingredients and the brewed tea to a blender. Let it blend for a few seconds and there you go! Your hot cup of beverage is ready to be enjoyed.

 

Don’t Like It? Change The Flavors!

We cannot deny the fact that the taste of green tea is acquired from green tea leaves. It is a little bitter for  the newbies in the tea club. The good news is that the recipe can be improvised. You can add anything that you wish to in order to make the tea flavors that suit your taste. 

A lot of tea lovers have been experimenting with their recipes to find the best one out there. In the quest we have some recommendations for flavors that you may substitute or add to your green tea latte :

• Using lemon ginger or pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon powder or ginger can enhance the taste.
• A french vanilla essence or rose extract can add the flavors of nature to your hot and healthy cup of beverage.

 

There cannot be any better way to add health and coziness to your winter afternoons than a hot cup of Green Tea Latte.  A cup of this delicious and hot beverage will add nourishment and health to your routine. With excellent nutritious properties, it will give you that extra boost of antioxidants during the day!