A juicy peach and matcha? They’re such a perfect pair. Who doesn’t love fresh fruit puree, sweetened perfectly and mixed with creamy matcha? This peach matcha latte is super easy to make, fresh, and takes less than 10 minutes. Move over, strawberry, it’s peach’s time to shine!
Here’s how to make a peach matcha latte at home!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s fresh, fruity, and delicious!
- It takes less than 10 minutes to put together.
- Make this at home and save money from buying matcha lattes outside!
- Another easy way to use peaches when they’re in season!
What is a Peach Matcha Latte?
It’s a matcha latte with peach in it! This recipe features a fresh peach puree, adding a nice, fresh, and sweet flavor. It also makes a slightly thicker texture from the peach pulp.
If you buy this combination at a chain coffee shop, chances are it will contain peach syrup, which is flavored semi-naturally. However, it might be on the sweeter end and taste more sugary than peachy.
Peach puree is super easy to make, especially if you have super ripe peaches. You might not even need to add any extra sugar!
Do Peach and Matcha Go Together?
Yes, I love peaches and matcha together. I find the peach flavor to pair better with matcha than most other fruits. It’s slightly floral, juicy, and tangy, and very aromatic. Yellow peaches in particular don’t have a super strong flavor, so in a latte, it still lets the matcha shine.
The sweetness and tartness of peaches really cut any bitterness from the tea, but also round out the earthy flavors. It’s just a nice, elevated fruity matcha latte!
How to Add Peach Flavor
You can add peach flavor to matcha in a variety of ways, including fruit puree, syrup, or even jam.
I like using fruit puree because it’s convenient and has the best peach flavor. If you use ripe peaches, you don’t even need extra sugar, so I like to think it’s a little healthier, haha.
I’ve also made peach syrup before using fresh peaches. The peach skin gives the syrup a lovely pink color, and the juices give so much flavor. I find that peach syrup is still an amazing way to flavor matcha, but I miss some of that peach pulp texture and fresh peach flavor. Since you cook the peach to make syrup, it tastes more jammy.
And for the ultimate hack, peach jam works perfectly if you’re in a rush or don’t have peaches on hand. However, it’s extremely sweet and often tastes the least like peaches, especially if it’s a store-bought jam.
How to Make Peach Syrup
Making simple syrups at home is super easy and one of the best ways to elevate your home cafe. For an easy homemade peach syrup, all you need is sugar, water, and cut yellow peaches!
Add the ingredients to a small pot and heat on medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let the mixture simmer for 3 – 5 minutes, until the peaches get soft and the juices seep out. You can mash the peach with a potato masher for extra flavor.
Once done, strain out the peach pulp and store it in an airtight jar. Then you have peach syrup ready for all your peach creations!
Best Peaches to Use
Matcha actually tastes great with most peach varieties! But the most popular would be yellow or white peaches. Yellow peaches are super juicy, sweet, and almost a cross between a mango and a plum. These will give you that classic peach flavor with a nice sour edge. Perfect for getting a balanced sweet and tangy flavor.
White peaches are more honey-like and less sour, with floral and sugary notes. I often love white peach-flavored candy and soda, since it’s naturally sweet without any other contrasting flavors. You can also use this as a puree or to make a syrup.
I recommend using a peach variety that is naturally sweeter and juicier, since that’s the key to a flavorful latte or syrup. I love Zee Lady yellow peaches from a local farm in California called Frog Hollow Farm! It’s the sweetest, most juiciest peach I’ve eaten and banging in matcha.
Peach Matcha Latte: What You’ll Need
Equipment:
- Blender
- Matcha bowl
- Matcha whisk
- Tea sifter
Ingredients:
- 1 yellow peach
- 1½ tsp matcha powder
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup ice
Peach Matcha Latte Recipe
- Cut Peaches. Wash and cut the peach into 1-inch cubes, leaving the skin on.
- Blend Peach Puree. Add peaches to a small blender cup and blend for 10 seconds or until smooth. There should be no large chunks remaining. If it’s too thick, add a little bit of water and reblend until thinner.
- Whisk Matcha. Sift matcha powder into a matcha bowl and add water. Using the chasen, whisk the tea for 20 – 30 seconds until frothy. You should have an opaque layer of froth with small, tiny bubbles.
- Assemble Drink. Add peach puree, ice, and milk to a separate glass, then top with whisked matcha. Garnish with a sprig of mint or a peach slice.
- Mix and Enjoy!
Tips for the Best Peach Matcha Latte
- Use Ripe Peaches: The riper the peach, the sweeter the flavor! A ripe peach should be dark in color and have slightly soft flesh. It should give a little with a light squeeze but not mushy. It should also have a fragrant aroma.
- Sweeten if Desired: I don’t add any sugar to my peach puree, but will add sugar to the latte if it’s not sweet enough. This helps me adjust the sugar amount in the drink. You can add granulated sugar, honey, agave, or any other sweetener you like.
- Create Layers: This is the perfect time to create layers! The thicker peach puree sits at the bottom and stays there thanks to the layer of ice. Add the milk slowly and directly onto the ice to create the white layer. Then, repeat with the matcha to create the final green layer. And voila, you have a gorgeous try-color drink!
Easy Peach Matcha Latte
Equipment
- blender
- matcha bowl
- matcha whisk
- tea sifter
Ingredients
- 1 yellow peach
- 1½ tsp matcha powder
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Cut Peaches. Wash and cut the peach into 1-inch cubes, leaving the skin on.
- Blend Peach Puree. Add peaches to a small blender cup and blend for 10 seconds or until smooth. There should be no large chunks remaining. If it's too thick, add a little bit of water and reblend until thinner.
- Whisk Matcha. Sift matcha powder into a matcha bowl and add water. Using the chasen, whisk the tea for 20 – 30 seconds until frothy. You should have an opaque layer of froth with small, tiny bubbles.
- Assemble Drink. Add peach puree, ice, and milk to a separate glass, then top with whisked matcha. Garnish with a sprig of mint or a peach slice.
- Mix and Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this hot?
Yes! I would mix the peach puree into the warm milk, then pour it into whisked matcha. I find that it incorporates the puree better and has a smoother texture. You could use a handheld frother to get it slightly frothy for a creamy mouthfeel.
Can I use store-bought peach syrup?
Of course! If you use premade syrup, I recommend using a teaspoon at a time and tasting along the way. That way, you guarantee that you don’t make it too sweet, especially since you can’t remove any sweetener once you add it in.
Other Fruity Matcha Recipes to Try
If you love fruit and matcha like in this peach matcha latte recipe, I’m sure you’re curious about other combinations! Luckily for you, I’ve tried them all! Here are some other fruity matcha latte recipes to try next:
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