Dirty Matcha

Jul 31, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Dirty Matcha in a ceramic mug on an oak bar

This hot Dirty Matcha combines smooth matcha green tea with rich pulled espresso and steamed whole milk for a balanced, layered coffee and tea experience.

Prep 5 min

Cook 5 min

Total 10 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 g (2.0 g)matcha powder
2.0 fl oz (59.0 ml)water at 175°F / 79°C
6.0 fl oz (177.0 ml)whole milk
18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso beans
36.0 g (36.0 g)espresso yield

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Instructions

Sift matcha powder into a bowl and whisk with hot water at 175°F (79°C) until smooth and foamy.
Pull a 36 g espresso shot from 18 g finely ground espresso beans using your espresso machine.
Steam whole milk to around 150-160°F (65-71°C).
Pour the steamed milk into a cup, add the matcha mixture, then gently add the pulled espresso on top, or stir to combine as desired.

Tips

Use a bamboo whisk or electric frother to get the matcha smooth and foamy. For a vegan version, substitute whole milk with oat or almond milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make dirty matcha?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make dirty matcha ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make dirty matcha dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

This hot Dirty Matcha combines smooth matcha green tea with rich pulled espresso and steamed whole milk for a balanced, layered coffee and tea experience.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

118 Calories / serving

6.1g Fat

10.1g Carbs

6.4g Protein

9.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~118 cal · 6g fat · 10g carbs · 6g protein · 9g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 118 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 22 min·1.3 mi·~2550 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 16 min·0.8 mi·~1600 steps
Moderate cycling 12 min·2.4 mi
Swimming laps 17 min
Jogging 12 min·1.0 mi·~1900 steps
Stair climbing 11 min·~1000 steps
Dancing 19 min
Bodyweight circuit training 12 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 27 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.