Low Caffeine Oatmilk Hojicha Latte

This Oatmilk Hojicha Latte is my new way to start the weekend. Hojicha is a roasted green tea that has a lower caffeine content than matcha, and a softer, toasted flavor. With this easy tea latte, I have my tea routine with less jitters. Its slightly caramel flavors matches so well with toppings like vanilla cold foam and brown sugar boba – perfect for an afternoon boba milk tea break. If you’re sensitive to caffeine, try this hojicha latte recipe for a low-caffeine drink!

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Weekend Hojicha and 10K Run Routine

I love my morning matcha routines, but on the weekends, I like to be more relaxed. For my birthday, Dom and I went to a tea tasting at Cultivate Tea that really taught me about matcha, hojicha, and the differences between the two.

Now, when I don’t need to be up and about, I choose a gentle Hojicha Latte to get me through the day. Its lower caffeine content does give a light pick-me-up, but not as intensely. And, I still get to keep my tea routine! After a 10k run, that icy milk tea really hits the spot!

Oatmilk Hojicha Latte Ingredients

• 1.5 tsp hojicha powder
• 50 ml hot water
• 100 ml oat milk or your favorite milk
• Sweetener of your choice Optional, to taste

Hojicha VS Matcha

Hojicha is a toasted green tea that has a significantly lower amount of caffeine compared to other teas. The roasting also makes this tea a lot gentler on your stomach. After whisking, it has a deep brownish color that almost looks like hot chocolate.

I got to try a hojicha and matcha latte tasting at Cultivate Tea for my birthday. Their hojicha for latte is from Uji, where a lot of matcha is produced. It is actually my current favorite! Its mild and smooth flavor goes well with milk without being overpowered.

The Best Milk For Your Hojicha Latte

The base for this hojicha latte is, of course, the milk. You can use your favorite type of milk for this latte: whole milk, almond milk, soy milk, and non-fat milk are all great options. My personal favorite type of milk to use is the Oatly Oat Milk, which tends to have a richer and thicker flavor than other dairy-free options.

If you’d like to make your latte a little sweeter, I sometimes whisk in sugar, honey, agave syrup, or other sweeteners into my milk before adding hojicha.

The Best Add-Ins for Hojicha Latte

Of course, you can make your hojicha latte fun just like your favorite boba shop. All you need is a little topping or syrup. The nutty, caramel-like flavors of Hojicha matches so well with flavors such as chocolate, brown sugar, nuts, and vanilla.

Some of my favorites include adding a fluffy vanilla cold foam on top. Or, you can add some brown sugar boba inside to really make it a milk tea.

How To Make an Oatmilk Hojicha Latte

1. Sift hojicha powder into a cup and add hot water.
2. Whisk briskly in a “M” and “Z” pattern for about 45 seconds or until frothy.
3. Optional: Add your sweetener to the milk and whisk until mixed.
4. Add ice and milk to a cup.
5. Pour the matcha over the milk, and it’s ready to enjoy.

Preparing Your Hojicha

Preparing hojicha is a ritual that really helps me focus in, and It usually takes about 45 seconds. Before starting, make sure to soak your bamboo whisk in hot water to make it more flexible. To make your hojicha, put some sifted tea and hot water in your bowl and whisk in a M or Z pattern. Once it’s a foamy and frothy, it’s ready to go!

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