Iced Strawberry Matcha Refresher Recipe

Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 2
Best Season: Summer
Description

This Iced Strawberry Matcha Refresher is a vibrant, cooling drink made with fresh strawberry purée, ceremonial-grade matcha, and crisp iced water. Naturally sweet, refreshing, and packed with antioxidants, it’s the perfect summer beverage for anyone craving a fruity twist on traditional matcha. Light, energizing, and easy to prepare — this drink tastes like a café-style refresher straight from your own kitchen.

Ingredients
    For the Strawberry Base
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
  • 2 tbsp sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 0.25 cup cold water
    • For the Matcha Layer
  • 1.5 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder
  • 0.25 cup warm water (not boiling, around 75–80°C)
  • 1–2 tsp honey or simple syrup (optional)
    • For Assembly
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 0.75–1 cup cold water or sparkling water
  • Fresh strawberry slices (optional, for garnish)
  • Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
    Prepare the Strawberry Purée
  1. 1
    Add the chopped strawberries, sugar or honey, lemon juice, and cold water into a blender. Blend until completely smooth. Taste the purée and adjust sweetness if needed. Set aside.
    2. Make the Matcha Shot
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, sift the matcha powder to remove lumps. Pour warm (not hot) water over it. Use a bamboo whisk or a small electric frother to vigorously whisk until the matcha becomes smooth, frothy, and evenly dissolved. Sweeten lightly if desired.
    3. Assemble the Refresher
  3. 3
    Fill your serving glasses with ice cubes. Pour 3–4 tablespoons of strawberry purée at the bottom of each glass. Add cold water or sparkling water over the purée, leaving space for the matcha layer.
    4. Add the Matcha Layer
  4. 4
    Slowly pour the prepared matcha over the back of a spoon to create a beautiful layered effect. Add fresh strawberry slices and mint leaves if you want an extra refreshing finish.
    5. Serve Immediately
  5. 5
    Give the drink a gentle swirl before sipping, and enjoy the fruity-smooth combination of strawberries and matcha.
Note

Sweetness: Adjust sweetness in both the strawberry purée and matcha according to preference.

Sparkling Water Option: Using sparkling water makes the drink more refreshing and similar to café-style refreshers.

Strawberries: Fresh strawberries give the best flavor, but frozen ones (thawed) also work.

Matcha Tip: Do not use boiling water — it will make the matcha bitter.

Storage: Strawberry purée can be stored in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. Matcha should always be made fresh.

Keywords: refreshing drink, healthy summer beverage, iced matcha
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