Our Sparkling Matcha Mint Cocktail: Your New Favourite Drink!
The perfect combination of freshness and fun for your summer evenings!
Discover a unique fusion of colours and flavours with our sparkling matcha mint cocktail. Its vibrant hue and balanced combination of flavours make for an invigorating experience that will appeal to anyone who likes to burst out of their comfort zone.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ oz gin
- ½ oz mint syrup
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ½ cup Indigo Soda sparkling water
- Pinch of matcha powder (or peach-flavoured matcha tea!)
- Ice (optional)
Method:
- Mix the gin, mint syrup, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of matcha powder in a shaker.
- Add ice and shake vigorously.
- Strain into a cocktail glass filled with ice and top with Indigo Soda sparkling water.
- Garnish with fresh mint.
The History of Matcha Cocktails
Adding matcha to cocktails is a relatively recent innovation. The finely ground green tea powder is traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies, but in recent years, matcha has risen in popularity in the West and has since been incorporated into a variety of recipes, including cocktails.
One of the first mentions of a matcha cocktail dates back to 2014, when a New York bartender named Eben Freeman created the “Matchahattan”. It was a new spin on the classic Manhattan, with matcha providing a hit of earthy umami.
Since then, many more bartenders and mixologists have developed their own matcha cocktails: the matcha mojito, matcha margarita, and the matcha sour have all become popular recipes.
Even today, using matcha in cocktails is a growing trend as enthusiasts continue to explore the unique flavours and health benefits of this green tea. Matcha is a healthy and tasty option that can replace traditional syrups and liqueurs, and add a touch of colour and originality to any beverage.
Here are some of the reasons behind the increasing popularity of matcha cocktails:
- A unique flavour: Matcha has an appealing earthy umami that tastes both smooth and slightly bitter, and which perfectly complements a variety of other ingredients such as citrus, fine herbs, and spices.
- Numerous health benefits: Matcha is rich in antioxidants as well as other nutrients. It has been shown to be advantageous in maintaining better cognitive health, a stronger immune system, and a faster metabolism.
- Vibrant colour: Matcha has a beautiful bright green colour that can add a little oomph to any cocktail.
- Versatility: Matcha can be used in a variety of cocktails, from updated classics to new and original creations.
Adding matcha to cocktails is a great new way to put a fresh twist on your drinks. You won’t be disappointed!
Sources:
https://moyamatcha.fr/moya-matcha/lhistoire-du-matcha/
https://www.villaschweppes.com/article/lart-du-cocktail-au-matcha-mis-en-pratique-au-forvm/
https://www.matchaful.com/pages/the-history-of-matcha
https://www.delidrinks.com/blog/2021/03/12/tout-savoir-sur-le-matcha/