If you’re a regular reader of this blog, you’re going to start noticing very quickly that I am a little obsessed with matcha right now.
Last month, I brought you a simple recipe for a Copycat Starbucks Iced Matcha Latte.
This month, I’m bringing you a copycat recipe for a Starbucks drink that is only available in the Asian market, the Matcha Espresso Fusion.
Layered matcha drinks are all the rage here in LA and on my Instagram feed right now. I’ve fallen in love and have started making my own.
When I saw a photo of Starbuck’s Matcha Espresso Fusion, I knew I had to try it. I was a little intimidated at first, but it is actually super easy to make.
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I like to mix the bottom matcha layer with vanilla bean syrup. You could also use a little bit of sugar or another sweetener instead.
For the middle layer, I generally use coconut milk. However, any milk you’d like to use will work.
The top layer is a shot of espresso. I love using my De’Longhi machine to make espresso because it’s just so easy! My favorite beans to use would be Intelligentsia Black Cat Espresso.
Now you know how to make your own Starbucks Matcha Espresso Fusion at home! Don’t forget to take a photo and put it on the ‘gram. Let those likes pour in! If you do, please tag us and use #cookingwithjanica. We’d love to see it!
Check out the video below to watch me a Matcha Espresso Fusion drink.
Copycat Starbucks Matcha Espresso Fusion Recipe
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Copycat Starbucks Matcha Espresso Fusion Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Matcha Powder
- 1/3 Cup Warm Water
- 1 Cup Ice (divided into thirds)
- 1/3 Cup Milk
- 1-2 Shots Espresso
- Vanilla Bean Syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Add Matcha Powder to 1/3 cup warm water. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or milk frother. Add matcha mixture to the bottom of a cup. Add 1/3 cup ice.
- Slowly pour the milk over the top of the ice. Add 1/3 cup ice.
- Slowly pour the espresso over the top of the ice.
- Add vanilla bean syrup or another sweetener of choice.
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Lyndsay @ Lyndsay's Travel Kitchen says
This looks perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!
Analida Braeger says
This would be a great morning jolt of caffeine or a nice dessert too! Thanks for sharing!
Anne Murphy says
I was just looking at matcha in the store, and thinking I really need to get some! I admit, I was thinking of more traditional uses, but this is intriguing… And layered drinks are so much fun.
Kim @ Berly's Kitchen says
Starbucks is a favorite! I saw a matcha drink on their menu the other day, and almost ordered it. Wish I would have, because if it was this one I totally missed out! This looks really good!
Eileen Kelly says
My youngest loves this drink.I am so happy to make it at home and have a great drink and save money too!
Anne Lawton says
This looks so good! I’m going to have to pick up some matcha powder so I can make this.
Karyl Henry says
I haven’t joined the matcha craze yet, but I’m loving the color combination of this drink. I may have to buy some matcha powder and try this one out
Kristina says
I’ve been in the habit of having an espresso in the mornings and a matcha in the afternoons, but I never thought to combine them! This is definitely happening tomorrow.
Heather says
Love this! Super pretty and easy to make. Love that you can have your favorite drink at home anytime you want it and not have to leave the house and fight the line at Starbucks 🙂
Christine says
This sounds delicious! I love this drink from Starbucks. Would love to make it at home!
Stephanie Simmons says
I’m pretty convinced that I need an espresso machine now! This looks fantastic – and Matcha is so good!
Kathy Gallo says
Wow! This sounds so delicious! Never thought to combine them! I have been in the habit of having an espresso in the mornings and a mocha in the afternoons! So would love to mix up them together. I am gonna definitely try this out tomorrow.
Carolina R says
I just made this and it’s a perfect solution to my indomitable sweet tooth, without being too sweet, thanks to the espresso. Thanks for this!!
Mecca says
Wow. The balance of the matcha and the espresso is just right! I added a bit more water to the matcha mix to avoid the bitterness. I topped off the drink with vanilla macadamia creamer. Yum! Thank you for sharing.
Bea says
Tastes exactly like what I usually buy at Starbucks! Such an excellent hack, love it