There’s something special about starting the day with a ritual. For me, it’s making my morning matcha latte — slowly, intentionally, and with a deep breath before the first sip. It’s not just about the drink itself, but the pause it creates in my morning. A way to ground myself before the world comes rushing in.
Here’s how I make my favorite morning matcha latte, using Awaken Matcha:
You’ll need:
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2g Awaken Matcha (ceremonial grade, first flush, grown without chemicals in Kagoshima, Japan)
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30–40 ml of hot water (70–80°C)
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150–200 ml of your favorite milk (I’ll link my personal favorites below!)
Steps:
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Sift 2g of Awaken Matcha into your bowl or cup to avoid clumps.
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Add 30–40 ml of water heated to 70–80°C.
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Whisk in a zig-zag motion (W or M shape) until the matcha is frothy and smooth.
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Heat your milk and froth it (optional but recommended).
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Pour the matcha into your cup, then gently add the milk on top.
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Take a moment. Sip slowly.
This ritual is more than just a morning drink. It’s a moment of connection with yourself — a mindful pause that helps set the tone for the rest of the day.
Why Awaken Matcha in the morning? Unlike coffee, matcha gives you a gentle, sustained energy boost thanks to the presence of L-theanine — an amino acid that promotes calm focus. Our Awaken Matcha is rich in antioxidants, chlorophyll, and nutrients that support brain health, metabolism, and hormone balance.
That’s also why I prefer having it as a latte in the morning. Drinking pure matcha or any kind of green tea on an empty stomach can sometimes be a bit harsh — it may cause nausea or digestive discomfort due to the tannins and natural caffeine. But paired with your favorite milk, it becomes gentler, creamier, and a lot more soothing first thing in the morning.
So next time you feel the urge to rush through your morning, pause. Whisk. Sip. Begin again.
My favorite milk at the moment
- Super creamy: Ecomil Classic Nature Coconut drink
- Natural & Earthy: Mand’or Bio Sugar-free Almond Milk
- Sweetest: Naturitas Oat Milk - without added sugar
- Perfect foam: Oatly Barista without added sugar
- Super Fresh: Coconut water & Ice