Hojicha Cortado Japanese Tea Latte (Print Version)

Roasted Japanese hojicha meets creamy steamed milk in this balanced, silky beverage perfect for any time of day.

# Components:

→ Tea

01 - 2 teaspoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 1 hojicha tea bag
02 - ½ cup water, just below boiling (approximately 195°F)

→ Milk

03 - ½ cup whole milk or plant-based milk alternative

# Directions:

01 - Heat water to just below boiling, approximately 195°F.
02 - Add hojicha tea leaves or tea bag to a teapot or infuser. Pour hot water over the tea and steep for 2 to 3 minutes. Strain or remove the tea bag.
03 - While the tea steeps, steam the milk until hot and frothy. If you do not have a steamer, gently heat milk on the stovetop and whisk until frothy.
04 - Pour the brewed hojicha into a heatproof cup, approximately ½ cup. Add the steamed milk in equal proportion, holding back the foam with a spoon.
05 - Spoon the froth on top if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It features a complex, toasted flavor profile that is naturally low in acidity.
  • The equal ratio of tea to milk creates a silky, balanced texture.
  • It is quick to prepare and a wonderful alternative for those looking for less caffeine.
02 -
  • Use high-quality roasted hojicha for a deeper, more aromatic tea base.
  • Pre-warm your cup with a little hot water to ensure your cortado stays warm while you sip.
  • Maintain a strict 1:1 ratio between the concentrated tea and the milk to respect the cortado style.
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