Matcha-Dusted Cold Brew with Yuzu and Vanilla Bean

A refreshing cold brew with earthy matcha, bright yuzu, and smooth vanilla bean

Looking for a unique twist on your cold brew? This Japanese-inspired coffee creation combines smooth cold brew with the earthy notes of matcha green tea, brightened by citrusy yuzu, and rounded out with real vanilla bean for a perfectly balanced drink.

This recipe is surprisingly simple to make at home. Start with your favorite medium-dark roast beans cold brewed for 12 hours, then mix in premium matcha powder and yuzu juice. The vanilla bean adds a subtle sweetness that ties everything together. Perfect for warm afternoons or as a sophisticated morning pick-me-up.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your ordinary cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:

Perfect balance of coffee, matcha, and citrus
Easy to prep ahead of time
Rich in antioxidants from both coffee and matcha
Naturally energizing without jitters

Matcha-Dusted Cold Brew with Yuzu and Vanilla Bean

A refreshing cold brew with earthy matcha, bright yuzu, and smooth vanilla bean

Cold Brew Coffee, Matcha, Yuzu, Vanilla Bean, Japanese Coffee, Iced Coffee, Green Tea Coffee

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Equipment

Cold brew maker or large jar
Fine-mesh strainer
Whisk
Measuring spoons
Pitcher
Small bowl

Ingredients

2 cups cold brew coffee concentrate
2 teaspoons ceremonial grade matcha powder
1 tablespoon yuzu juice
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
1 cup cold filtered water
Ice cubes
Extra matcha powder for dusting

Instructions

Prepare cold brew concentrate by steeping coarse ground coffee with filtered water for 12 hours
In a small bowl, whisk matcha powder with 2 tablespoons hot water until smooth
Split and scrape vanilla bean, reserving seeds
In a large pitcher, combine cold brew concentrate, matcha mixture, yuzu juice, and vanilla bean seeds
Add cold filtered water and stir well
Fill glasses with ice and pour the coffee mixture over
Dust the top with additional matcha powder through a fine-mesh strainer
Serve immediately

Pro Tips

Use ceremonial grade matcha for the best flavor and color
Cold brew your coffee with filtered water for 12-16 hours for optimal taste
Fresh yuzu juice is best, but bottled works well too - start with less and adjust to taste
Store any leftover drink in an airtight container for up to 48 hours

Calories: 95kcal, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 180mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 1mg

Iced

Healthy

Beverage

Drink

Japanese