This Lychee Matcha Soda is a healthy summer drink that captures the tropical flavor of fresh lychees and the antioxidants of matcha into an easy carbonated tea drink! Enjoy this non-alcoholic matcha mocktail drink recipe for an afternoon refresher, a replacement for sugary soda, or any time you need a green wellness boost.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Even though I'm a huge fan of matcha lattes, I'm always looking for a lighter and more refreshing way to enjoy matcha. On a hot summer day, I don't feel like drinking something 'milky' under the bright sunshine. A cold, fizzy, and sweet drink with a little kick of acidity is all I need. That's why I created the Matcha Mojito Mocktail.
But now, for the peak summer, I need a matcha drink idea that is even more summery. The tropical sweetness of lychees beautifully complements the crisp matcha flavor, a refreshing, bubbly drink for green tea lovers. And this matcha drink is just made with a handful of fresh ingredients.
Can This Green Tea Soda Turn Into a Matcha Cocktail?
This Lychee Matcha Soda is a non alcoholic wellness drink and is meant to be enjoyed as a summer mocktail. But if you wish to spice up a little, add a splash of vodka to make it a green tea cocktail.
The Ingredients
- Lychees: Ripe juicy lychees are typically in season from around May to July. Make this recipe while fresh lychees are in season.
- Matcha: The quality of matcha is very important. Choose a ceremonial grade matcha that has a bright green color. I trust and love matcha from Ippodo.
- Maple syrup: Adds wholesome sweetness.
- Lime juice: Adds a little acidity.
- Sparkling water: For the fizz.
If you like fruity matcha drinks, also try my Strawberry Matcha Latte and Blueberry Matcha Latte recipe!
How to Peel Lychees
Fresh lychees are so tropical and delicious, and surprisingly sweet! They might look intimidating if it's your first time trying. But they're so easy to peel and too good not to try!
You can use your nails to pierce into the outer red skin of the lychees. And peel the skin off the flesh as you would do with oranges or mandarins.
When you're just enjoying fresh lychee for a snack or dessert, nibble the white flesh, just be careful about the seed in the center.
For this recipe, we need to remove the seeds.
Use a knife to carefully score the flesh lengthwise so that you can approach the seed. Then use your fingers to open up and pull out the seed. There might be a brown membrane attached to the flesh around where the seed used to be, but it's ok.
Now, lychees are ready to be used in the recipe!
How to Make Lychee Matcha Soda
First and foremost, let's prepare the matcha. Sift matcha into a matcha bowl or a regular small bowl. It's important to sift matcha to achieve a smooth consistency.
Pour hot water over the patch powder and whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk. Since the liquid used here is so little, it'll be easier to whisk if you tilt the bowl a little bit. Set it aside to cool off a bit while preparing lychees.
In a glass, add lychees, maple syrup, and lime juice. Use a cocktail muddler to mash lychees to release juice and break them into small pieces. Use scissors if necessary to cut lychee.
Add ice to the glass and top with sparkling water.
Whisk the matcha again if necessary, as matcha powder sinks when left out too long. Pour the matcha into the glass. Mix well and enjoy! Use a spoon to scoop and enjoy lychee pieces.
Love Matcha? Try more matcha recipes!
- Strawberry Matcha Latte Smoothie
- Mango Matcha Latte Popsicles
- Matcha Mojito Mocktail
- Matcha Pancakes
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Lychee Matcha Soda(Sparkling Green Tea Mocktail)
Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon matcha
- 2 Tablespoons hot water 80°C (176°F)
- 4 lychees peeled and pitted
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- ½ cup sparkling water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a bowl, sift matcha and pour hot water over it. Whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk.
- In a glass, add lychee, maple syrup, and lime juice. Use a muddler to mash lychee to release juice and break them into small pieces. Use scissors if necessary to cut lychee.
- Add ice to the glass and top with sparkling water. Pour the matcha. Mix well and enjoy!
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