Hojicha Cappuccino Japanese Tea Latte (Printable)

Aromatic roasted Japanese tea with creamy steamed milk creates this smooth, toasty beverage perfect for coffee alternatives.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tea Base

01 - 2 teaspoons hojicha loose-leaf tea or 2 hojicha tea bags
02 - 1 cup filtered water

→ Milk

03 - 1 cup whole milk or oat milk for dairy-free option

→ Sweetener

04 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or sugar optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Bring 1 cup of water to a gentle simmer in a small saucepan. Add hojicha tea leaves or tea bags and steep for 3 to 4 minutes. Strain or remove the tea bags.
02 - While tea steeps, heat milk in a small saucepan or using a frother until hot but not boiling. Create creamy foam by frothing the milk until it reaches desired consistency.
03 - Pour brewed hojicha equally into two serving cups. Stir in sweetener to taste if desired.
04 - Gently pour steamed milk over tea while holding back foam with a spoon. Top with remaining milk foam for classic cappuccino finish.
05 - Serve immediately. Optionally dust with pinch of hojicha powder or cinnamon.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Features a unique roasted tea aroma that is less bitter than green tea.
  • Quick and easy to make in just 10 minutes.
  • A healthy, low-caffeine choice that is both Vegetarian and Gluten-Free.
  • Provides a café-quality experience right in your home kitchen.
02 -
  • Always use filtered water to ensure the purest tea taste.
  • If you don't have a frother, you can whisk the hot milk vigorously in the saucepan or shake it in a jar to create foam.
  • For the best texture, avoid boiling the milk, as overheating can impact its sweetness.
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