Blueberry Lemon Matcha Fizz
This Blueberry Lemon Matcha Fizz is going to be your new favorite drink if you like fruity beverages that are cool and have a little glitter. It’s bright, fizzy, and full of luscious blueberries, zesty lemon, and earthy matcha. It’s the perfect mix of sweet and sour with a quirky green tea touch.
And the best part?Making it is quite simple with just a few things!
Equipment & Ingredients
Equipment:
- Small pot
- Whisk (normal or matcha)
- Fork or muddler
- Fine mesh strainer (optional, for a smoother blueberry purée)
- A tall glass for serving
Ingredients:
- ½ cup of blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1 tablespoon of honey (or maple syrup if you want a vegan version)
- 1 tbsp of lemon juice
- 2 tbsp of water
- 1 tsp of matcha powder
- ¼ cup of hot water (not boiling!)
- 1 tsp honey (optional, for sweetness)
- ½ cup of normal or lemon-flavored sparkling water
- Cubes of ice
- Blueberries that are fresh
- Slice of lemon
- A little dusting of matcha powder
Step 1 & 2: Make the Blueberry Layer
- Prepare the blueberries.
Put the blueberries, honey, lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring until the berries break down. - Strain (if you want to).
To get rid of the skins and make the drink smooth, push the blueberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer. Let it cool down.
Step 3: Make the Matcha Layer
- Mix the matcha with a whisk.
Mix the matcha powder and hot water together in a small bowl until they are smooth and frothy. If you want it to be a little sweeter, add honey.
Step 4 to 7: Assemble the Drink
- Put ice in a glass.
First, pour the blueberry puree over the ice. - Pour the matcha slowly.
Pour the matcha mixture over the blueberry layer slowly to get a lovely two-tone effect. - Add fizz on top.
Pour sparkling water over the layers and watch the bubbles rise! - Add the garnish and serve.
On top, add fresh blueberries, a slice of lemon, and a thin dusting of matcha powder. Serve right away!
Tips & Variations
- Fresh blueberries taste the best! Frozen works too, but fresh will taste sweeter and more like real life.
- Don’t use hot water for matcha. To keep things from getting bitter, hot water (approximately 175°F) is excellent.
- Take your time when layering! To keep the colors separate, gently pour the matcha over the blueberry layer.
- Add sugar to taste. Change the amount of honey or maple syrup according on how tart you want it.
- Do you want a creamier version? For a twist on a matcha latte, add a splash of oat milk or coconut milk.
- Add a dash of almond or coconut milk to make it creamy and fizzy without dairy.
- Use lemon sparkling water instead of plain water to make it taste more lemony.
- Double the matcha for a stronger flavor that tastes more like the earth.
- For a boozy twist, add a dash of gin or vodka!
- The best way to enjoy it is fresh! If you leave the bubbles alone for too long, they will go away.
- If you’re making it ahead of time, keep the blueberry puree and matcha mix separate and put them together when you’re ready to serve.
That’s all there is to it! Your Blueberry Lemon Matcha Fizz is ready to drink. It tastes pleasant and refreshing, plus it’s full with antioxidants, which makes it a great way to wake up. Give it a shot, take a picture, and tell me how it went.Cheers! 🍵✨