RECIPE

Matcha Coconut Water (Coconut Cloud Matcha)

To make matcha coconut water, whisk 1–2 teaspoons of matcha with 30 ml of warm (not boiling) water until frothy, then pour it slowly over a glass of ice and 150 ml of chilled coconut water. The matcha floats on top in a green cloud layer. Stir before drinking. The coconut water's light sweetness softens matcha's bitterness, so most people do not need sweetener.

Prepared serving inspiration for Matcha Coconut Water (Coconut Cloud Matcha)

Ingredients

  • 150 ml plain coconut water, well chilled
  • Ice
  • 1–2 tsp matcha powder
  • 30 ml warm water (about 75–80 °C)
  • Coconut cream or milk foam for a cloud topping, optional

Method

  1. Fill a tall clear glass with ice and pour in the chilled coconut water.
  2. Sift the matcha into a bowl, add warm water and whisk in a zig-zag motion until smooth and frothy.
  3. Pour the matcha slowly over the back of a spoon onto the coconut water so it forms a separate layer.
  4. Top with foam if using, then stir before drinking.
Yield: 1 · Prep: 5 min

Ratio guide

  • Light and refreshing: 1 tsp matcha to 180 ml coconut water.
  • Classic: 1½ tsp matcha to 150 ml coconut water.
  • Strong: 2 tsp matcha to 120 ml coconut water.

Tips for the best matcha coconut water

  • Use water around 75–80 °C. Boiling water makes matcha bitter.
  • Sift the matcha first to avoid lumps, or shake it with the warm water in a sealed jar.
  • Chill the coconut water well. Cold coconut water helps the matcha layer sit on top.
  • For a creamy coconut cloud matcha latte, top with whipped coconut cream. If you use dairy foam, the drink is no longer dairy-free.

Is matcha with coconut water a good combination?

Yes. Coconut water adds natural sweetness, potassium and a little sodium with very few calories, about 29 kcal for 150 ml. It makes a lighter, fresher alternative to a milk-based matcha latte, especially over ice.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Quick answers.

How do you make matcha with coconut water?

Whisk matcha with a little warm water, then pour it over iced coconut water. Stir before drinking.

Can I just shake matcha into coconut water?

Yes. Shake 1 tsp matcha with 200 ml cold coconut water in a sealed bottle for 30 seconds. You will not get the layers, but it works.

Does it need sweetener?

Usually not. Taste first, because coconut water is naturally slightly sweet.

What is a coconut cloud matcha?

It is matcha served over coconut water or coconut milk, often with a foamy coconut topping that sits on the drink like a cloud.

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