Matcha Espresso Recipe: Kyoto-inspired Cold Latte

Kyoto Cascade Matcha Espresso: The Ultimate Layered Cold Café Drink

Matcha is more than a trend—it’s a ritual. And when you’re working with real, ceremonial-grade matcha like TEAOLOGY® Barista Edition Pure Organic Matcha Powder, it becomes an elevated experience your customers will crave. Grown in the shade of Kyoto, Japan and crafted from first-harvest leaves, this vibrant powder delivers unmatched flavor, color, and texture—ideal for creative drinks that stand out on your café menu.

One of our favorite ways to showcase it? The Kyoto Cascade Matcha Espresso. This iced cold latte beauty blends bold espresso, creamy milk, and handcrafted matcha into a stunning, multi-layered drink your customers will photograph and remember.

Why Baristas Love It

The Kyoto Cascade isn’t just eye candy—it’s built for flavor. Sweet floral or citrusy syrup meets rich first harvest ceremonial grade matcha, then finishes with the roasted depth of your café’s signature espresso. Whether you specialize in light roasts or darker pulls, the contrast with ceremonial matcha makes this drink sing.

The Right Way to Prepare Matcha

If you’re using pure matcha powder (not a concentrate), how you prepare it makes all the difference. Here’s how to do it right using TEAOLOGY Barista Edition Organic Matcha:

Pure Matcha Powder Preparation (per serving):

1. Sift 1–1.5 tsp (about 2g) of TEAOLOGY matcha into a matcha bowl or small pitcher.
2. Add 2 oz of warm water (160–175°F – not boiling).
3. Whisk vigorously in an “M” or “W” motion using a bamboo chasen until smooth and slightly frothy.
4. Use immediately as your matcha layer.

Kyoto Cascade Matcha Espresso – Café Recipe

Ingredients:

• ¾ oz syrup (sakura, yuzu, vanilla—whatever complements your profile)
• 2 oz prepared TEAOLOGY ceremonial matcha (see above)
• ¾ oz sweetened condensed milk
• 2 oz oat milk (or milk of choice)
• 2 oz espresso (your café’s signature pull)
• Ice

How to Build It – Layer by Layer

1. Syrup First: Add syrup to the bottom of a tall glass.
2. Pour Matcha: Gently add your freshly whisked matcha to sit atop the syrup.
3. Ice Structure: Fill the glass ¾ full with ice to create a foundation for layering.
4. Milk Cascade: Drizzle in sweetened condensed milk, then slowly pour oat milk for a gradual blend.
5. Espresso Float: Carefully float your espresso over the back of a spoon to create a clean top layer.
6. Serve It Beautiful: Offer the drink as-is for presentation or with a stir stick for the guest to blend.

Café-Worthy & Instagram-Ready

This is more than just a matcha latte—it’s a signature café experience. And when you prepare it properly with TEAOLOGY’s premium ceremonial powder, it speaks volumes about your commitment to quality.

Showcase your creativity. Use your house espresso. And make the Kyoto Cascade Matcha Espresso your new go-to for iced seasonal drink specials or permanent menu rotation.

📸 Pro Tip:

Display near a window or use glassware that shows the layers. Customers love sharing it—and that’s free marketing for your shop.