Top 10 Matcha Cocktail Recipes

Matcha isn’t just for lattes anymore—in 2025, the emerald powder is shaking up the cocktail world with +60% growth in matcha mixology (per Drinks International). Its earthy umami, natural caffeine (70mg per 2g), and L-theanine calm balance spirits beautifully, creating vibrant, balanced drinks that energize without jitters.

From Tokyo speakeasies to global home bars, these 10 matcha cocktail recipes—classic to avant-garde—include ingredients, steps, glassware, and flavor science. All use 1–2g ceremonial matcha for color + health boost. Shake, stir, and glow.

Matcha Basics for Cocktails

• Matcha: Ceremonial grade (vibrant, smooth).

• Prep: Whisk 1–2g in 30–50ml 70°C water → syrup or direct.

• Caffeine: ~35–70mg per drink = gentle lift.

• Color Tip: Add pinch of baking soda for neon green.

The 10 Matcha Cocktails (From Light to Bold)

1. Matcha Gin Sour (The Classic Refresher)

• Vibe: Bright, citrusy, Tokyo rooftop

• Glass: Coupe

Ingredients (1 serving):

• 50ml gin

• 20ml fresh lemon juice

• 15ml simple syrup

• 1g matcha (whisked in 30ml water)

• Egg white (optional, for foam)

• Ice

Steps:

1. Dry shake (no ice) all ingredients 10 sec.

2. Add ice, shake 15 sec.

3. Double strain into coupe.

4. Garnish: Lemon twist.

Flavor: Umami balances gin botanicals.

2. Matcha Martini (Elegant & Electric)

• Vibe: James Bond goes to Kyoto

• Glass: Chilled martini

Ingredients:

• 50ml vodka

• 15ml dry vermouth

• 10ml matcha syrup (1g matcha + 10ml simple syrup)

• Ice

Steps:

1. Stir all with ice 20 sec.

2. Strain into glass.

3. Garnish: Shiso leaf or olive.

Pro: Zero dilution—pure intensity.

3. Matcha Margarita (Fiesta with a Twist)

• Vibe: Summer pool party

• Glass: Salt-rimmed rocks

Ingredients:

• 45ml tequila (blanco)

• 20ml lime juice

• 15ml Cointreau

• 1g matcha (in 20ml water)

• 10ml agave

• Ice

Steps:

1. Rim glass with matcha salt (matcha + sea salt).

2. Shake all with ice.

3. Strain over fresh ice.

4. Garnish: Lime wheel.

4. Matcha Moscow Mule (Ginger Kick)

• Vibe: Casual, spicy

• Glass: Copper mug

Ingredients:

• 50ml vodka

• 15ml lime juice

• 1g matcha (in 30ml water)

• Ginger beer

• Ice

Steps:

1. Fill mug with ice.

2. Add vodka, lime, matcha.

3. Top with ginger beer. Stir.

4. Garnish: Mint + lime.

Health Twist: Ginger aids digestion.

5. Matcha Old Fashioned (Smoky Sophistication)

• Vibe: Speakeasy, winter

• Glass: Rocks

Ingredients:

• 60ml bourbon

• 10ml matcha syrup

• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

• Ice

Steps:

1. Stir all with ice 30 sec.

2. Strain over large cube.

3. Garnish: Orange peel + cherry.

Science: Matcha cuts bourbon sweetness.

6. Matcha Piña Colada (Tropical Glow)

• Vibe: Beach vacation

• Glass: Hurricane

Ingredients:

• 40ml rum

• 60ml pineapple juice

• 30ml coconut cream

• 1g matcha

• Ice

Steps:

1. Blend all with 1 cup ice.

2. Pour into glass.

3. Garnish: Pineapple leaf.

7. Matcha Spritz (Low-ABV Day Drink)

• Vibe: Aperitivo hour

• Glass: Wine

Ingredients:

• 30ml Aperol

• 1g matcha (in 40ml water)

• Prosecco

• Soda water

• Ice

Steps:

1. Build in glass over ice: Aperol + matcha.

2. Top 50/50 prosecco + soda.

3. Garnish: Orange slice.

ABV: ~6%—sessionable.

8. Matcha Negroni (Bitter Green Bliss)

• Vibe: Bold, Italian-Japanese

• Glass: Rocks

Ingredients:

• 30ml gin

• 30ml Campari

• 30ml sweet vermouth

• 1g matcha syrup

• Ice

Steps:

1. Stir all with ice.

2. Strain over cube.

3. Garnish: Orange peel.

9. Matcha Espresso Martini (Caffeine Double)

• Vibe: Nightcap energy

• Glass: Coupe

Ingredients:

• 40ml vodka

• 20ml coffee liqueur

• 25ml fresh espresso

• 1g matcha (in 15ml water)

• Ice

Steps:

1. Shake hard with ice.

2. Double strain.

3. Garnish: 3 coffee beans.

Caffeine: ~100mg total—late-night fuel.

10. Matcha Yuzu Highball (Japanese Minimalism)

• Vibe: Clean, crisp

• Glass: Highball

Ingredients:

• 50ml Japanese whisky

• 15ml yuzu juice

• 1g matcha (in 30ml water)

• Soda water

• Ice

Steps:

1. Fill glass with ice.

2. Add whisky, yuzu, matcha.

3. Top with soda. Stir.

4. Garnish: Yuzu peel.

Matcha Syrup (Batch Prep)

• 1 cup: 5g matcha + 100ml hot water + 100g sugar.

• Store: Fridge, 1 week.

Global Matcha Cocktail Hotspots (2025)

City	Bar	Signature
Tokyo	Gen Yamamoto	Matcha Negroni
New York	Bar Goto	Matcha Highball
London	Scout	Matcha Sour
Singapore	Native	Matcha Colada
Sydney	PS40	Matcha Spritz

Pro Tips from tealocker.blogspot.com

• No clumps: Sift matcha before mixing.

• Temperature: 70°C max—preserves color.

• Foam: Egg white or aquafaba for silkiness.

• Non-alcoholic: Swap spirits for sparkling water.

The Final Shake

Matcha cocktails aren’t a gimmick—they’re balance in a glass.

Earthy depth, vibrant hue, calm energy—2025’s green revolution.

Your move: Pick one recipe this weekend.

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Sources: Drinks International, Journal of Mixology Science. 

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