Matcha has stepped out of the teahouse and into the cocktail shaker. With its earthy, umami-rich flavor profile, matcha provides a sophisticated counterpoint to sweet, sour, and botanical spirits.
Here is why matcha cocktails and mocktails are trending:
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The Aesthetic Anchor: In a visual-first world, matcha is an star. Mixologists seek visually unique drinks to showcase, and the ability to create layered spritzes or a thick, creamy foam head makes matcha visually indulgent.
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A Shift Toward Botanical Rituals: This trend reflects a movement toward mindful consumption and the booming market for inclusive menus. A premium matcha cocktail provides an intentional, luxurious experience for both drinkers and non-drinkers (mocktails) alike, centering the drink around a beautiful botanical ritual rather than just the alcohol content.
To keep your mixology effortless, all the recipes below utilize Shore and Stem Sugar's Jade Matcha Gems—which perfectly portion organic matcha and pure cane sugar into one simple, dissolvable cube.
The Mixologist’s Pro-Tip: When mixing cold cocktails, you want your sweetener to integrate smoothly. For drinks that are shaken, dissolve your Jade Matcha Gems in a tiny splash (about 1/2 oz) of hot water in your shaker first to create an "instant" matcha syrup, or muddle them directly.
10 Trending Matcha Cocktails Shaking Up the Bar Cart
1. The Creamy Matcha Martini
Rich, velvety, and visually stunning, this acts as a beautiful botanical alternative to the classic Espresso Martini.
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Ingredients: 1.5 oz vanilla vodka, 1.5 oz oat milk, 1 Jade Matcha Gem.
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Method: Dissolve the gem in a splash of warm water in your shaker. Add the vodka, oat milk, and plenty of ice. Shake vigorously until chilled and strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass.
- Pro-tip: Rim your martini glass with a Shore & Stem Jade Matcha Cocktail Rim sugar
2. The Tropical Matcha Cocktail
The earthy notes of matcha pair remarkably well with bright, acidic tropical fruits.
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Ingredients: 1 oz vodka, 2 oz pineapple juice, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, 1 Jade Matcha Gem.
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Method: Drop the gem into the shaker with the lime juice and muddle gently to break them down. Add the vodka, pineapple juice, and ice. Shake well and strain over fresh ice.
3. The Matcha Gin Fizz
A textural masterpiece. The botanicals in the gin amplify the grassy notes of the tea, while the egg white creates a gorgeous, creamy foam.
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Ingredients: 1.5 oz botanical gin, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 egg white (or aquafaba for a vegan option), 1 Jade Matcha Gem.
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Method: Dissolve the gem in a splash of warm water. Add gin, lemon juice, and egg white. "Dry shake" (shake without ice) vigorously for 15 seconds to build the foam. Add ice, shake again to chill, and double-strain into a coupe glass.
4. The Modern Matcha Mojito
A refreshing, herbaceous twist on a warm-weather classic.
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Ingredients: 1.5 oz white rum, 1/2 lime (cut into wedges), a handful of fresh mint leaves, 2 Jade Matcha Gems, club soda.
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Method: In a sturdy glass, muddle the lime wedges, mint leaves, and matcha gems together until the gems are crushed and the lime releases its juices. Add the rum and fill the glass with crushed ice. Top with club soda and stir gently.
5. The Japanese Highball
Whiskey and green tea are a legendary pairing in Japan. This is spirit-forward, slightly sweet, and perfectly effervescent.
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Ingredients: 2 oz Japanese whiskey (or a smooth bourbon), 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 Jade Matcha Gem, club soda.
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Method: Dissolve the gem in the lemon juice and a splash of warm water at the bottom of a tall Collins glass. Add the whiskey, fill the glass to the brim with ice, and top with club soda. Stir gently to lift the flavors.
6. The Earthy Margarita
A vibrant green variation of the beloved classic. The umami of the matcha cuts beautifully through the bite of the tequila.
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Ingredients: 2 oz blanco tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz orange liqueur (like Cointreau), 2 Jade Matcha Gems.
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Method: Muddle the gems in the fresh lime juice. Add tequila, orange liqueur, and ice. Shake until frosty and strain over fresh ice into a glass with a Jade Match Cocktail rim.
7. The Matcha Coconut Colada
If you love a Pina Colada but find them too sweet, the roasted, earthy notes of the tea provide the perfect balance.
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Ingredients: 2 oz light rum, 1 oz coconut cream, 1 oz pineapple juice, 1 Jade Matcha Gem.
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Method: Dissolve the gem in a splash of warm water. Add the rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and ice to a shaker. Shake vigorously and strain over crushed ice.
8. The Jade Pisco Sour
A South American classic given an Eastern botanical twist.
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Ingredients: 2 oz Pisco, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 egg white, 1 Jade Matcha Gem.
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Method: Dissolve the gem in a splash of water. Add Pisco, lime juice, and egg white. Dry shake without ice, then add ice and wet shake. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a single drop of Angostura bitters on the foam.
9. The Botanical White Russian
A cozy, after-dinner sipper where the coffee and matcha flavors weave together beautifully.
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Ingredients: 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz coffee liqueur, 1 oz heavy cream (or barista-blend oat milk), 1 Jade Matcha Gem.
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Method: Dissolve the gem in a tiny splash of warm water. Stir the infused syrup with the vodka and coffee liqueur in a glass over ice. Gently float the cream on top.
10. The Matcha Spritz
The absolute easiest way to elevate brunch. No shaking required.
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Ingredients: 4 oz chilled Prosecco or Champagne, 1 oz club soda, 1 Jade Matcha Gem.
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Method: Pour the Prosecco and club soda into a flute or wine glass. Drop the Jade Matcha Gem directly into the glass and watch the vibrant green color and delicate flavors bloom into the bubbles.