Iced Matcha Lemonade

Name: Iced Matcha Lemonade
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder; 4 tbsp hot water (not boiling, about 175F); 6 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp simple syrup; 1.5 cups cold water; 2 cups ice cubes

A striking layered drink that combines earthy ceremonial-grade matcha with bright fresh lemonade over ice. Tangy, grassy, and visually stunning.

5 minEasyServes 290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder
4 tbsp hot water (not boiling, about 175F)
6 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp simple syrup
1.5 cups cold water
2 cups ice cubes

Instructions

1

Sift 2 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder into a small bowl. Add 4 tbsp hot water (not boiling, about 175F) and whisk vigorously in a W or M motion until no lumps remain and the matcha is frothy.
2

In a pitcher, combine 6 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp simple syrup, and 1.5 cups cold water. Stir well to make the lemonade base.
3

Fill two tall glasses with 2 cups ice cubes.
4

Pour the lemonade base over the ice, filling each glass about two-thirds full.
5

Slowly pour the whisked matcha mixture over the back of a spoon on top of the lemonade to create a striking green layer. Serve immediately.

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Questions

Is Iced Matcha Lemonade low-carb?

A serving of Iced Matcha Lemonade carries 10 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 50 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 10 percent.

How many carbs are in Iced Matcha Lemonade?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) has 10 g of carbohydrate in about 90 calories, with 1 g protein and 1 g fat, plus 30 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Iced Matcha Lemonade for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Halved, the matcha drops from 2 tsp to 1 tsp; doubled, it is 4 tsp. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To make a pitcher, multiply everything and stir over ice at the end.

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