Starbucks Discontinues Beloved Drink Fans Are Devastated
Starbucks Waves Farewell to Iced Matcha Lemonade—Whip Up Your Own Copycat!
Starbucks recently announced the retirement of 13 menu items to make way for fresh innovations—and one of the saddest casualties is the beloved Iced Matcha Lemonade. If, like me, you can’t bear the thought of losing that bright green pick-me-up, you’re in luck: here’s a lively at-home version that channels every sip of your café favorite.
Zesty Iced Matcha Lemonade Refresher
A sparkling, citrusy spin on the discontinued Starbucks Iced Matcha Lemonade—bright green matcha meets refreshing lemonade and a fizzy finish.
Ingredients
Method
- Sift the matcha powder through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl to remove any lumps.
- Pour the hot water over the sifted matcha. Using a bamboo whisk (or small regular whisk), whisk briskly in an “M” shape until the tea is silky and frothy.
- Fill two tall glasses with ice.
- Divide the lemonade evenly between the glasses, then pour in the matcha mixture.
- Top each glass with sparkling water for a gentle effervescence. Stir gently to combine.
- Taste and add simple syrup if you prefer extra sweetness.
Zesty Iced Matcha Lemonade Refresher
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons culinary-grade matcha green tea powder
- 1/4 cup hot water (175°F/80°C)
- 1 cup fresh lemonade
- 1/2 cup cold sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- 2 teaspoons simple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Sift matcha powder into a small bowl to prevent clumps.
- Whisk hot water and matcha vigorously until smooth and frothy.
- Fill two glasses with ice and pour in lemonade.
- Add the matcha mixture, then top with sparkling water.
- Stir gently and sweeten with simple syrup if desired.
Special Tip
For the silkiest matcha, always use culinary-grade powder and a fine sieve. Swap in a flavored sparkling water—like lemon or cucumber—for a subtly different twist.
