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Matchatini

Matchatini: A Refreshing Twist for Chic Cocktail Lovers

The Matchatini is a delightful fusion of matcha’s earthy charm and refreshing lemon zest, wrapped in coconut milk.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Cocktail
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail Base
  • 1 teaspoon Matcha Powder Use high-quality, bright green matcha.
  • 2 tablespoons Water At room temperature.
  • 1 egg white or 3 tablespoons Aquafaba Substitute for vegan version.
  • 1 ounce Coconut Milk Choose light or full-fat.
  • 2 ounces Gin London dry gin is ideal.
  • 1 ounce Triple Sec Or substitute with another orange liqueur.
  • 1 teaspoon Honey Use agave syrup for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 half Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • Ice For shaking and chilling.

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • Heatproof Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Coupe Glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sift 1 teaspoon of matcha powder into a small heatproof bowl.
  2. Heat about 2 tablespoons of water in the microwave for 15 seconds and whisk into the sifted matcha until smooth.
  3. Pour the matcha mix into a cocktail shaker.
  4. Add aquafaba (or egg white), 1 ounce of coconut milk, 2 ounces of gin, 1 ounce of triple sec, 1 teaspoon of honey, and juice from half a lemon.
  5. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
  6. Strain the mixture into a coupe glass using a fine mesh strainer.
  7. Garnish with a dusting of matcha powder on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an Instagram-worthy presentation, ensure to create a frothy top and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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