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Matcha Recipes

Black Sesame Matcha Recipe

Not all matcha tastes the same and sometimes cultivars used in matcha can make a difference.

In this recipe, we're using our EISAI matcha, made from the Okumidori cultivar, known for its savoury, umami-forward profile. Unlike brighter, sweeter matcha, Okumidori brings depth and richness, making it an ideal pairing for ingredients like black sesame.

This recipe was created by @hungryjacky_, whose thoughtful approach to flavour pairing highlights just how versatile matcha can be. New to whisking matcha? Read our 5-step guide to making matcha, or use the matcha comparison chart to compare cultivars and grades.

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  • Prep time 5 min
  • Cook / cool 0 min
  • Total time 5 min
  • Servings 1

Easy

Ingredients

  • 5g matcha powder
  • 15ml hot water at 75°C
  • 45ml hot water at 75°C
  • 100ml milk
  • Ice
  • 1 tsp black sesame powder
  • 60ml heavy cream
  • 1 tsp sweetener, such as Earl Grey syrup

Directions

  1. Sift 5g of matcha into a bowl and mix with 15ml of 75°C water to form a smooth paste. Eisai works beautifully here because its Okumidori cultivar profile is savoury and umami-forward, pairing well with the nutty richness of black sesame.
  2. Add another 45ml of 75°C water and whisk vigorously until frothy. Then whisk gently across the surface to remove larger air bubbles and create a creamy, thick microfoam.
  3. For the cream top, froth 1 tsp black sesame powder with 60ml heavy cream and 1 tsp sweetener until thick but still pourable. Earl Grey syrup works especially well because its floral notes balance the savoury matcha and black sesame.
  4. Add ice to a glass, pour in 100ml milk, then mix in the matcha.
  5. Spoon or pour the black sesame cream top over the drink.
  6. Garnish with black sesame dango, if using.

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Recipe questions

Can I use a different matcha?

Yes, but the cultivar matters. EISAI is made from Okumidori, a savoury, umami-forward cultivar that pairs beautifully with nutty black sesame. A brighter, sweeter matcha will still work, though the drink loses some of that depth and richness.

What can I use instead of Earl Grey syrup?

Any sweetener works — honey, simple syrup or maple syrup. Earl Grey syrup is recommended because its floral notes balance the savoury matcha and black sesame, but 1 teaspoon of your preferred sweetener is fine.

How do I get the black sesame cream top right?

Froth 1 teaspoon of black sesame powder with 60ml of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of sweetener until it is thick but still pourable. If it gets too stiff, stir in a splash of extra cream to loosen it before pouring.

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