Salted Honey Hojicha Latte: Roasted, Sweet & Perfectly Balanced
Meet your new cozy-weather favorite. This Salted Honey Hojicha Latte pairs the warm, toasty, caramel-like flavor of roasted hojicha with silky milk and a touch of salted honey. Because hojicha is roasted, it's naturally low in bitterness and lower in caffeine than matcha, which makes it a lovely choice for afternoons and evenings. Serve it warm on a chilly day, or over ice when you want something refreshing.
Ingredients:
15 g honey
A small pinch of flaky sea salt
200 g milk, warm or cold (dairy or plant-based)
4 g hojicha powder
30 g hot water
Ice cubes (optional, if serving cold)
Preparation Steps:
1. Make the Salted Honey
Stir a small pinch of flaky sea salt into 15 g of honey until it dissolves. If your honey is thick, warm it for a few seconds so it mixes easily.
2. Add the Salted Honey to the Glass
Spoon the salted honey into the bottom of a tall glass.
3. Add Ice Cubes (Optional)
If you're serving the latte cold, add a handful of ice cubes on top of the honey.
4. Pour the Milk
Slowly pour 200 g of milk over the honey (and ice, if using). Pour gently and down the side of the glass to keep the layers distinct.
5. Prepare the Hojicha
Whisk 4 g of hojicha powder with 30 g of hot water until smooth, with no lumps.
6. Top with the Hojicha
Gently pour the hojicha over the milk layer. Stir before sipping to bring the salty-sweet honey and the toasty hojicha together.
Pro Tips
Keep the salt to a small pinch: it should lift the sweetness and the roasted flavor, not make the drink taste salty. For a warm version, steam or heat the milk first and stir everything together in a mug. For a deeper, more caramel-like taste, try a darker honey such as chestnut or forest honey. Reach for SAMO's Premium HÅjicha Powder for a smooth, aromatic roast every time.
