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    Pineapple Matcha Drink-Starbucks Copycat

    Published: Jun 2, 2021 · Modified: Nov 22, 2022 by Abhi

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    This Pineapple Matcha Drink Starbucks Copycat is a perfect summer drink to beat the heat. Use pineapple, matcha, coconut milk, and ginger to make this dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, energizing and refreshing drink for super hot days.

    pineapple matcha in glasses
    Pineapple Matcha
    Jump to:
    • Starbucks pineapple matcha drink 
    • What is matcha?
    • Ingredients
    • Learn to make pineapple matcha
    • Is pineapple matcha a healthy drink?
    • Adaptations
    • Tips n suggestions
    • Recipe
    • Comments

    Starbucks pineapple matcha drink 

    Starbucks is a well-known American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery reserves. In March 2020, Starbucks introduced Iced Pineapple Matcha as a healthy plant-based, vegan, and dairy-free option for coffee lovers with some dietary restrictions. Soon, it became an internet sensation due to its unique and refreshing flavour.

    This delicious Starbucks Pineapple Matcha Drink is prepared with matcha green tea, pineapple, ginger, coconut milk, and ice that cool down in hot thrilling weather. It is a light, refreshing and energizing drink that uplifts your day.

    For the Iced Pineapple Matcha, Starbucks uses pineapple ginger syrup. But, in this recipe, I use canned pineapple juice, sugar and freshly grated ginger to make homemade pineapple ginger syrup. The outcome is the same flavours as that of Starbucks one.

    You might have already tried this pineapple matcha drink till now. If you are a die-hard fan of this matcha drink, one of the most admired Starbucks drinks, then this post is perfect for you!

    What is matcha?

    Matcha is a Japanese bright green tea powder packed with antioxidants. It is a finely ground powder made from specially grown and processed green tea leaves. In Japan, people use matcha to conduct tea ceremonies.

    It is no longer limited to Japan only. Nowadays, it is widely used in a variety of food and drinks recipes all over the globe.

    Is matcha simply regular green tea crushed into a fine powder? 

    The answer is no, as matcha differs from green tea in terms of colour and flavour. Matcha is more vibrant, bright green, and sweet with a slightly astringent taste, whereas green tea is yellow-brown with a slightly bitter taste. It is due to differences in the cultivation and grinding techniques used to prepare these powders.

    Matcha falls under two different grades, ceremonial and culinary:

    Ceremonial grade is the highest quality and most expensive matcha powder available. It is used for traditional tea ceremonies. It must be served as purely as possible because of its delicate flavour.

    Culinary grade is harvested from slightly older leaves than ceremonial grade matcha. Because of its strong flavour, it can use for cooking, baking, mixing etc.,

    Ingredients

    To prepare this refreshing vegan summer drink, we need the following items:

    pineapple matcha ingredients
    Pineapple Matcha Drink - Ingredients

    Pineapple ginger syrup:

    We need only 2 tablespoons per drink, so prepare accordingly or you can store the rest of the syrup after use in the fridge.

    • Pineapple juice: ÂĽ cup - I prefer unsweetened pineapple juice. 
    • Sugar: ÂĽ cup
    • Ginger -1 inch - peeled and grated.
    • Water - ÂĽ cup

    Pineapple matcha drink:

    • Pineapple-ginger syrup: 2 tablespoons
    • Pineapple juice:ÂĽcup
    • Matcha green tea powder: 2 teaspoons (2g) ceremonial grade matcha.
      It is high-quality green tea leaves that result in a delicious drink full of powerful health benefits.
    • Coconut milk: Âľ cup - I prefer the unsweetened version.
    • Ice cubes: Handful.

    Note: You are always free to customize your drink to your taste buds' delight.

    Learn to make pineapple matcha

    For the full recipe, check out the video below.

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    Recipe Video

    This recipe is so easy to prepare. It hardly takes 5 minutes to prepare this drink if you have readymade pineapple ginger syrup. Otherwise, it takes 10 -12 minutes to make this drink as we need to make syrup first.

    Let's start in detail:

    Prepare pineapple ginger syrup

    This syrup is similar to simple syrup with a twist of a delicate flavour of pineapple and ginger. I prepare this syrup in a microwave as this is an easy and quick way to save time. I highly suggest using grated ginger so that all the flavour of ginger is infused quickly into the syrup.

    Here are the steps to follow:

    • Combine sugar, pineapple juice, water and grated ginger in a bowl as shown in the below images.
    pineapple matcha
    pineapple matcha
    pineapple matcha
    Steps for pineapple ginger syrup
    • Microwave it for 1 minute or until the mixture starts boiling.
    • Stir well and let it cool for 8-10 minutes.
    • Strain out the ginger, and use the syrup as required. (images below)
    pineapple matcha
    pineapple matcha
    Steps for pineapple ginger syrup
    • Store the left-out ginger pineapple syrup in the fridge and can be used for up to one week.
    • This syrup recipe calls for â…“ cup of ginger pineapple syrup as we need only two tablespoons of this syrup per drink. Feel free to adjust the quantity according to your requirement.

    Prepare pineapple matcha drink

    All you need; is a glass and combine all the ingredients to make this matcha drink. And, here you go.

    • Add matcha powder and pineapple juice to a glass. Agitate on this matcha to combine well. (Images below)
    pineapple matcha
    Pineapple matcha 
    Steps for making pineapple matcha (1)
    • Add a handful of ice to a glass.
    • Pour in pineapple ginger syrup.
    ice cubes
    Pineapple ginger syrup added to matcha 
    Steps for making pineapple matcha (2)
    • Pour in coconut milk.
    • Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Images below
    coconiut milk in Pineapple matcha 
    stir well Pineapple matcha 
    Steps for making pineapple matcha (3)

    Serve and Enjoy!

    pineapple matcha in glasses

    It is an easy and quick recipe that one can make at home with minimal expenses.

    Isn't it? What do you think? So, guys, give it a try and share what you think about the recipe!!

    Is pineapple matcha a healthy drink?

    Yes, this is no doubt about it. Prepared with matcha, coconut milk, and pineapple are all very healthy ingredients! And even safe for dairy and lactose dietary restrictions.

    The only thing that needs to consider is the caffeine and sugar content. As matcha contains caffeine so this drink! Generally, a cup of matcha made with one teaspoon of matcha powder contains 70 milligrams of caffeine. So be aware of this if you are avoiding caffeine for any reason.

    If you are looking for healthier options, replace sugar with natural sugar sources like stevia, honey, maple syrup etc.,

    Matcha tea improves health in many ways ranging from enhancing weight loss to decreasing the risk of heart disease.

    Some studies show that matcha tea may improve mood and performance.

    Adaptations

    Looking for some variations? Check out the following options you may try:

    • The drink will taste better if you replace pineapple juice with fresh pineapple. But, remember, you need to put in the extra effort.
    • Use sweetened coconut milk or add more syrup if you like your matcha on the sweeter side.
    • Try substituting coconut milk with heavy cream for a creamier version, yet not a healthy choice.

    Tips n suggestions

    1. Using ginger juice or ginger powder (if you have it in your pantry) will save you effort and time.
    2. If you decide to use pineapple chunks, use more fruit to get the juice equivalent to the mentioned quantity.
    3. Coconut milk is high in calories. To make a lighter version of pineapple matcha, you can either add more pineapple juice and less coconut milk or add half of the coconut milk and half of the water.
    4. Always store pineapple ginger syrup in the fridge and can be used for up to one week.
    5. I would highly suggest making pineapple ginger syrup in bulk. Whenever you want to uplift yourself, combine all the ingredients and ready with the drink.

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    Recipe

    pineapple matcha in glasses

    Pineapple Matcha Drink Starbucks Copycat

    Abhi
    This Pineapple Matcha Drink Starbucks Copycat is a perfect summer drink to beat the heat. Use pineapple, matcha, coconut milk, ginger to make this dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, energizing and refreshing drink for super hot days.
    5 from 7 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course beverages, Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 People
    Calories 175 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Pineapple Ginger Syrup

    • ÂĽ cup Pineapple Juice
    • ÂĽ cup sugar
    • ÂĽ cup water
    • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated

    Pineapple Matcha

    • 2 tsp Matcha powder
    • ÂĽ cup Pineapple juice
    • 2 tablespoon Pineapple ginger syrup
    • Âľ cup Coconut milk
    • handful Ice cubes

    Instructions
     

    Pineapple Ginger Syrup

    • Peel off the ginger, and grate it using a grater.
    • Combine grated ginger, pineapple juice, sugar and water in a bowl.
    • Stir well. Microwave for a minute, stir well and cool down for 8-10 mins.
    • Strain the syrup. Store the remaining syrup after use in a fridge.

    Pineapple Matcha

    • Pour matcha powder into a glass, and dissolve in pineapple juice with the help of a spoon.
    • Add a handful of ice and the rest of the ingredients like pineapple ginger syrup, coconut milk.
    • Stir well.
    • Serve and beat the summer with this chilled matcha drink.

    Video

    Notes

    1. Using ginger juice or ginger powder (if you have it in your pantry) will save you effort and time.


    2. If you decide to use pineapple chunks, use more fruit to get the juice equivalent to the mentioned quantity.


    3. Coconut milk is high in calories. To make a lighter version of pineapple matcha, you can either add more pineapple juice and less coconut milk or add half of the coconut milk and half of the water.


    4. Always store the pineapple ginger syrup in the fridge and can be used for up to one week.
       

    5. I would highly suggest making pineapple ginger syrup in bulk. Whenever you want to uplift yourself, combine all the ingredients and ready with the drink.
    Note: The nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.
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    Comments

    1. Carolyn Miller

      June 02, 2021 at 12:46 pm

      As a penny pinching person I can't bring myself to pay $5 for one Starbucks drink. Recipes like this let me experience the tastes without the expense. Thank- you, this one sounds interesting. I'm not a huge fan of green tea perhaps Matcha will be more to my liking.

      Reply
      • Abhi

        June 02, 2021 at 11:06 pm

        Thanks, Carolyn! I am sure you will like it.

        Reply
    2. Luisa | Coffeecraftschaos

      June 30, 2021 at 11:22 am

      5 stars
      Looks so refreshing! Perfect for summer. My mouth is already watering just thinking about it.

      Reply
      • Abhi

        July 02, 2021 at 9:15 am

        Thanks, Luisa!

        Reply
    3. Alyssa Hixenbaugh

      July 25, 2021 at 1:02 pm

      5 stars
      I love pineapple and matcha! This looks and sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
      • Abhi

        July 25, 2021 at 3:31 pm

        Thank you, Alyssa!

        Reply
    4. Gina Abernathy

      July 25, 2021 at 1:39 pm

      5 stars
      So refreshing!

      Reply
      • Abhi

        July 25, 2021 at 3:31 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Gabriela Herrera

      July 25, 2021 at 10:55 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely love this drink. I just can't imagine going to Starbucks daily for it when we have your recipe. I feel bad for people that waste so much money there.

      Reply
      • Abhi

        July 26, 2021 at 2:18 am

        Thank you, Gabriela and it tastes same!

        Reply
    6. Brenna

      February 09, 2022 at 3:16 pm

      I love matcha…never thought of adding fruit flavors to it though. Sounds yummy!

      Reply
      • Abhi

        February 09, 2022 at 11:19 pm

        Thanks for the appreciation!

        Reply
    7. Shilpa

      February 14, 2022 at 11:50 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a refreshing drink. And I love how easy it is to make. Thanks for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
      • Abhi

        February 14, 2022 at 11:51 pm

        Thanks, Shilpa!

        Reply
    8. Andrea White

      February 15, 2022 at 12:39 am

      5 stars
      love this so much so full of flavor and tasty! delicious!

      Reply
    9. nancy

      February 15, 2022 at 2:42 am

      5 stars
      this starbucks copycat is even better than the original! pinned

      Reply

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