Hojicha Flat White (Printable)

Aromatic Japanese tea latte with roasted hojicha and creamy steamed milk.

# What You'll Need:

→ Hojicha Concentrate

01 - 2 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea or tea bags
02 - ½ cup hot water at 195°F

→ Milk

03 - ½ cup whole milk or oat milk

→ Sweetener

04 - 1 teaspoon sugar, honey, or syrup (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place hojicha tea leaves or tea bags into a cup and pour ½ cup of hot water at 195°F. Let steep for 3 to 4 minutes until fully infused. Strain out the leaves or remove tea bags.
02 - Heat ½ cup milk until steaming but not boiling. Using a steam wand, milk frother, or sealed jar with vigorous shaking, create a fine microfoam with velvety texture.
03 - Pour the prepared hojicha concentrate into a prewarmed cup. Add sweetener if desired and stir thoroughly to dissolve.
04 - Gently pour the microfoamed milk over the hojicha concentrate, maintaining a smooth blend with a creamy layer on top.
05 - Serve immediately. Optional garnish with a pinch of hojicha powder or cinnamon for enhanced aroma and visual appeal.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Preparation is quick and easy, taking only 10 minutes in total.
  • The flavor profile is uniquely nutty and smoky compared to standard lattes.
  • Suitable for various diets as it is naturally vegetarian and gluten-free.
  • Easily adapted to a vegan lifestyle with plant-based milk alternatives.
02 -
  • Pre-warm your cup before pouring to maintain the ideal drinking temperature.
  • Use fresh milk for the best microfoam results, as it creates smaller, more stable bubbles.
  • Double-check all ingredient labels for gluten, nut, or soy traces if you have specific allergies.
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