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watermelon basil matcha

Iced Watermelon Basil Matcha

Fresh watermelon is pureed with basil leaves then layered with matcha green tea for a refreshing, herbaceous and naturally sweet tea drink!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup fresh watermelon cubed and seeds removed
  • 4 fresh basil leaves
  • 1 teaspoon matcha
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • ice

Instructions
 

  • In a blender, add cubed watermelon and basil leaves. Blend until smooth then pour into a glass halfway and fill with ice.
  • In a sealed jar or bottle, shake matcha with cold water until there are no clumps and there is a nice froth. This is cold brew matcha.
  • Slowly pour the matcha into the glass on top of the ice and watermelon basil puree.
  • Garnish with more watermelon and basil (if desired). Enjoy!
Course Tea Recipe
Cuisine Beverage
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