How to Make the Perfect Hot Matcha Latte with Small Batch Coffee

Jun 16, 2025

At Small Batch, we’re proud to roast specialty coffee in Brighton, a city that loves its flavour, craft, and community. When we’re not sipping on our morning oat milk flat white or post-dinner espresso, we’re reaching for something just as vibrant and energising; matcha.

We’ve partnered with our Brighton neighbours OMGTea, whose AA Grade Matcha is one of the finest you’ll find. Like us, they’re obsessed with quality, sustainability, and making sure every sip tastes incredible.

Ready to try it for yourself? Here’s how to make a hot matcha latte that’s smooth, soothing, and bursting with umami goodness.

Hot Matcha Latte Recipe

You’ll need:

1g of OMGTea AA Grade Matcha
30ml of hot water (about 70–80°C)
Your favourite milk (dairy or plant-based)
A bamboo matcha whisk (or handheld electric frother)
A small sieve or tea strainer

Step-by-step:

1. Sift your matcha
Use a small sieve to sift 1g of matcha into your bowl or mug. This removes clumps and helps you get that silky finish.

2. Add hot water
Pour in 30ml of hot water – not boiling! Around 70–80°C is perfect to preserve the delicate flavour.

3. Whisk it right
Using your bamboo whisk (or electric whisk), mix into a smooth paste using a zigzag ‘W’ or ‘M’ motion. The goal? A rich green matcha without lumps and with a light froth on top.

4. Steam and pour your milk
Heat and froth your favourite milk (oat, almond, soy, or dairy – your choice!). Pour it gently over the matcha paste.

5. Sip and enjoy
Take a moment. Breathe in the earthy aroma and know you're filling your body with Matcha goodness!

Prefer it without milk? Just top up with more hot water instead for a classic matcha tea experience.

Why We Love OMGTea Matcha

We choose to stock OMGTea’s AA Grade Matcha because, like us, they believe in doing things properly. From the meticulous way it’s shade-grown and stone-ground in Japan, to the bright colour and bold umami flavour, it was a matcha made in heaven.

Together, we’re proud to show you how to create barista level brews at home, whether it’s coffee or matcha.