Oct 01, 2025

Espresso Matcha Martini Recipe

Another recipe with the term 'matcha' in it? Certainly, the title must have got you frowning. But trust us, this one is so much more than green. Not only because it has anything to do with caffeine, but also because it is neither a matcha nor a martini, but a matcha-martini. Sounds fun and fancy, right?

Now, who doesn't like a drink that pairs a ritual-like martini glass with a modern-day drink, coffee spirit, giving away an earthy depth and a striking hue? Already wondering how to make a matcha martini? Let's stir up some vibrant green twist and make you have some tempting sips that you'll love.

What Is Matcha Martini?

A Matcha Martini is a non alcoholic matcha martini recipe that combines the earthy, slightly bitter flavor of matcha green tea with refreshing mixers like syrups or sparkling water. And talking about a matcha espresso martini, this one is a creative alcohol-free twist on the classic espresso martini.

When served as a mocktail, instead of coffee liqueur or vodka, it blends with freshly brewed espresso. Lending you some layers of deep, roasted notes of espresso with a slightly grassy character of matcha, this martini mocktail is all shaken and served to sip like you own the place.

How To Make A Matcha Martini?

Learning how to make a matcha martini requires a handful of simple ingredients to balance the earthy depth of this mocktail with a cocktail-style flair. Take note of these before you start!

Notes:

Preparation Time: 7-10 minutes ( including brewing espresso and whisking matcha )

Serving Size: Makes one glass of a matcha non alcoholic matcha martini recipe..

Equipment Required: A matcha whisk or frother, a small bowl, an espresso maker, a cocktail shaker, measuring spoons, and a martini glass for serving.

Ingredients For A Matcha Espresso Martini

1.5 teaspoons of high-quality matcha powder
30 ml hot water
1 shot of fresh espresso
1-2 tsp of sweetener such as honey or agave
60-90 ml of coconut milk
Ice cubes as needed
Small pinch of matcha dust and a sprig of mint leaf or some edible flower for some creative garnishes

Directions For A Matcha Martini Recipe

To blend a matcha espresso martini that shall offer you a unique buzz without the booze, all you need to do is:

A little prep?

Sift your matcha powder into a small bowl to remove any clumps.
Add hot water and whisk until smooth and frothy.
Make a fresh shot of espresso.
Sweeten it right after pulling, as per your preference, with your chosen sweetener while it's hot.
Let it cool down.

Let's assemble our matcha martini glass!

Fill a shaker with ice.
Add the matcha mixture, sweetened espresso, and milk.
Shake well until everything is well-chilled and mixed.
Strain into a classic martini glass over fresh ice if you like it cold.
Garnish with a light dusting of matcha, or maybe a mint sprig to make your glass pretty.

Tips For Making Your Matcha Martini Recipe A Magical One

Seeking some drama in your drinks? Happens to be harmless! Let's see how you can make this even more mesmerizing than it already is.

Try adding on a Paradise Lychee Kava Seltzer from Mitra9, bursting with the juicy, floral sweetness of lychee and an underlying whisper of creamy coconut. This one can add a crisp to your matcha espresso martini, making it refreshingly smooth to soothe your senses [1].
Feeling fancy? Give your matcha martini layers using a gentle pour over the back of your spoon. First the matcha, then carefully the milk over ice, and then espresso on top.
Do not forget to bloom your matcha whisk; you just have to soak it in warm water to get rid of any kind of impurities. This would also help to open up and uncurl the bamboo prongs.

Mix Your Matcha Martini With Mitra9!

Look at that green-brown toned frothy top of your martini glass? A glass of elegance and intrigue indeed! Being a mocktail recipe, it always has room for makeovers. A matcha espresso martini, with its bold palette and balanced flavor, is kind of a recipe that turns simple moments into something memorable, so you might as well get mixing it now!

And yes, if you ever feel like giving a sparkling twist to your non alcoholic matcha martini recipe, a splash of Mitra9 seltzers submerged into your sips is all it takes! And find your glasses with an extra fizz without the buzz and fancy without the fuss, every time you do that, a pretty potion promise? Yeah.

FAQs

Why not an espresso martini?

An espresso martini is alcohol-based, while an espresso matcha martini mocktail is alcohol-free. The mocktail, though, offers a similar rich, refreshing feel with matcha and espresso, minus the booze.

Does Matcha have caffeine?

Yes, matcha naturally contains caffeine. In fact, it provides a gentler and more sustained lift as compared to coffee because it’s rich in a natural amino acid present in green leaves, including matcha, and that is, L-theanine.