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    Home » Recipes » Gluten-Free Recipes

    Matcha Lemonade (Starbucks Copycat)

    Published: Jan 10, 2022 · Modified: Mar 20, 2022 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Matcha Lemonade is a total copycat of the Starbucks menu item! With just 3 ingredients, you'll have a perfectly refreshing afternoon wake up drink!

    matcha lemonade in a glass.

    Matcha is a popular type of green tea. Instead of steeping the tea into water with teabags, matcha is made from ground green tea leaves. This produces a vibrant green color, and it adds a ton of nutrients and antioxidants!

    On its own, matcha can be on the bitter side. But when mixed with some lemon and a bit of sugar, it is delicious! Save some money by making this matcha lemonade Starbucks copycat at home! Try these with my Vegan Matcha Sugar Cookies!

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • Only 3 Ingredients - This recipe couldn't be easier with just lemon, matcha, and sugar mixed into water!
    • Refreshing - Since this drink is iced, it is so refreshing on a hot day!
    • Caffeinated - Matcha contains around 70 mg of caffeine per teaspoon. This is just enough to pick you up without giving you the jitters!

    What you need for this recipe

    ingredients with labels.
    • Matcha Tea Powder - Investing in a high quality matcha powder will make a big difference in flavor!
    • Sugar or Stevia - Or any sugar alternative of your choice.
    • Lemon Juice - I highly recommend using fresh squeezed if possible! Pre-juiced will work as well.

    How to make this recipe

    Step 1: Sift the Matcha & Sugar

    Over a small bowl or measuring cup, use a sifter to add ½ teaspoon of matcha powder to the bowl.

    Be sure to sift the matcha through to avoid excessive clumps in your lemonade.

    Into the same bowl, but not through the sifter, add 2 teaspoon of sugar or a sugar alternative.

    • matcha in a sifter.
    • sifted matcha in a bowl.

    Step 2: Make the Tea

    In a glass measuring cup, heat up ¼ cup of water, or use already warm water. Water should be warm, not boiling.

    Have a matcha whisk, regular whisk, or a fork ready, and slowly pour the warmed water into the bowl with matcha and sugar, whisking vigorously to prevent any clumping.

    matcha in a bowl with water.

    Step 3: Create the Matcha Lemonade

    Fill your glass of choice with ice cubes and add ⅓ cup of lemon juice.

    Pour the matcha over the lemon juice and stir. Taste and add more sugar if needed!

    pouring matcha mixture into a glass.

    Expert Tips

    • Please note that this addition will be the only source of sweetness in this drink. If you prefer a sweeter lemonade, I recommend adding 3-4 teaspoon total of sugar. This recipe as is will produce a pretty tart lemonade.
    • If you want to skip the lemon juice and sugar entirely, you can absolutely use pre-made lemonade!
    • As mentioned prior, any sugar or sugar alternative will work here! Honey, agave, and maple syrup should also suffice with the same measurements.

    Recipe FAQs

    What does Matcha Lemonade taste like?

    Matcha lemonade tastes like regular lemonade with a bit of an earthy flavor addition!

    Is Matcha Lemonade healthy?

    Matcha lemonade can be very healthy, especially when made at home! Matcha provides a lot of antioxidants. Depending on the sugar type used, this can be extremely healthy!

    How much caffeine is in this recipe?

    Matcha powder has about 70mg of caffeine per teaspoon, which is less than coffee, but still significant! This recipe has about 35mg of caffeine.

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    Matcha Lemonade (Starbucks Copycat)

    This Matcha Lemonade is a total copycat of the Starbucks menu item! With just 3 ingredients, you'll have a perfectly refreshing afternoon wake up drink!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1 Glass
    Calories: 55kcal
    Author: Emily

    Equipment

    • Matcha Whisk (optional)
    • Sifter (optional)

    Ingredients

    • ½ teaspoon High-Quality Matcha
    • 2 tsps Sugar or Sugar Alternative
    • ¼ cup Warm Water
    • ⅓ cup Lemon Juice
    • Ice Cubes

    Instructions

    • Over a small bowl or measuring cup, use a sifter to add ½ teaspoon of matcha powder to the bowl.
    • Be sure to sift the matcha through to avoid excessive clumps in your lemonade
    • Into the same bowl, though not through the sifter, add 2 teaspoon of sugar or a sugar alternative
    • In a glass measuring cup, heat up ¼ cup of water, or use already warm water
    • Have a matcha whisk, regular whisk, or a fork ready, and slowly pour the warmed water into the bowl with matcha and sugar, whisking vigorously to prevent any clumping. 
    • Add ice to your glass of choice and pour ⅓ cup of lemon juice over the ice
    • Pour the matcha mixture over the top and stir
    • Taste and add more sugar if needed

    Notes

    • Please note that this addition will be the only source of sweetness in this drink. If you prefer a sweeter lemonade, I recommend adding 3-4 teaspoon total of sugar. This recipe as is will produce a pretty tart lemonade.
    • If you want to skip the lemon juice and sugar entirely, you can absolutely use pre-made lemonade!
    • As mentioned prior, any sugar or sugar alternative will work here! Honey, agave, and maple syrup should also suffice with the same measurements.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 1.1mg | Potassium: 83.9mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 10.4g | Vitamin A: 0.1IU | Vitamin C: 52.5mg | Calcium: 0.6mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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