Cold Matcha Green Tea (Print-Friendly Version)
Vibrant matcha green tea with lime, apple, and mint makes a refreshing, naturally sweetened cold beverage.
# Ingredients Required:
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1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
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1/3 cup hot water
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1 quart cold water
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1 to 3 teaspoons natural maple syrup, to taste
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1 lime, sliced into rounds
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1 apple, thinly sliced
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A handful of fresh mint leaves
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Ice cubes, as needed
# Detailed Directions:
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Combine matcha green tea powder with 1/3 cup hot water in a small bowl and whisk briskly until the matcha is fully dissolved and no clumps remain.
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Incorporate the desired amount of maple syrup into the dissolved matcha, stirring until the syrup is fully integrated.
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Transfer the sweetened matcha mixture into a large pitcher. Pour in the cold water, leaving sufficient room for ice.
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Introduce lime slices, apple slices, fresh mint leaves, and a generous quantity of ice cubes to the pitcher.
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Gently stir to evenly distribute the fruit and mint, integrating flavors. Immediately serve the drink in glasses garnished with additional fruit slices and mint leaves, if desired.
# Helpful Advice:
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Fresh berries can substitute for apple to vary the flavor profile.
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For a lower carbohydrate beverage, replace maple syrup with stevia or monk fruit extract.