Hojicha Flat White (Printable Version)

Aromatic roasted Japanese tea with creamy steamed milk creating a smooth, nutty beverage.

# What You 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 for dairy-free option

→ Sweetener

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

# Steps:

01 - Steep hojicha tea leaves or tea bags in ½ cup hot water at 195°F for 3 to 4 minutes. Strain and discard the leaves or remove tea bags completely.
02 - Heat ½ cup milk until steaming but not boiling. Froth the milk using a steam wand, frother, or by shaking vigorously in a jar until you achieve fine microfoam.
03 - Pour the steeped hojicha concentrate into a pre-warmed cup. Add sweetener if desired and stir to dissolve completely.
04 - Gently pour the microfoamed milk over the hojicha concentrate, aiming for a smooth blend with a creamy top layer.
05 - Serve immediately. Optional garnish with a pinch of hojicha powder or cinnamon on top.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Offers a comforting, smoky, and nutty flavor profile.
  • Lower in caffeine than a traditional coffee-based flat white.
  • Quick to prepare with simple tools you already have in your kitchen.
02 -
  • Use a pre-warmed cup to keep the beverage at the ideal temperature for longer.
  • When frothing, aim for microfoam—tiny bubbles that create a velvety texture rather than large, soapy bubbles.
  • Stir the sweetener into the hot concentrate before adding the milk to ensure it dissolves completely.
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