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Warm antioxidant-rich matcha drink made with light milk
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Hot Matcha with Light Milk (240 g) has 106 calories. That works out to 44 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.2 g of carbs, 8.4 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 45% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
106
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
12.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
8.4g
· 17% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 32% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.56 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 106 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 450 g | 198 kcal |
Calculated from 44 calories per 100 g.
Yes, hot matcha with light milk contains caffeine from the matcha powder. The amount varies with how much powder is used and the particular matcha, so the milk does not make it caffeine-free.
Whisk the matcha powder with a little warm water until smooth, then add heated, frothed light milk. Mixing the powder with water first helps prevent clumps and gives hot matcha with light milk a smoother texture.
Hot matcha with light milk has no added sugar if none is added during preparation, but dairy milk naturally contains lactose, a milk sugar. Café versions may include sweetened syrups, so their sweetness can differ.
Yes, the caffeine in hot matcha with light milk can make it harder for some people to fall asleep. If you are sensitive to caffeine, have it earlier in the day rather than close to bedtime.
Hot matcha with light milk gets clumpy when the powder is added straight to milk or is not whisked thoroughly. First whisking it with a small amount of warm water helps disperse the powder evenly.
Hot matcha with light milk tastes grassy and slightly earthy, softened by the milk’s creaminess. Without added sweetener it is not especially sweet, and the matcha’s quality and quantity affect how bitter the drink tastes.
Yes, you can prepare hot matcha with light milk using an unsweetened plant-based drink instead. Soy, oat, and almond options each change the flavor and foam; oat drink often gives the cup a creamier texture.
No, hot matcha with light milk does not cause weight loss by itself. It can replace a more heavily sweetened café drink, but adding sugar or syrup increases its energy and changes that comparison.
Yes, many people can enjoy hot matcha with light milk daily, but it still contains caffeine. Keep your own caffeine tolerance in mind, especially if you also drink coffee, tea, or energy drinks.
Yes, you can chill hot matcha with light milk and serve it over ice. Whisk the matcha thoroughly before cooling, since the powder can settle; avoid pouring a hot drink directly over ice if you want less dilution.
Vitamins
B12
1.08µg · 45% DV
B2
0.43mg · 33% DV
B5
0.91mg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.32µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
242mg · 35% DV
Calcium
298mg · 30% DV
Iodine
36µg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
396mg · 12% DV
Sodium
115mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 106 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Hot Matcha with Light Milk combines finely ground Japanese green tea with hot water and milk. Whisking the matcha into a little water first gives it a smooth base; the milk softens its grassy, gently bitter flavour. It is served warm, at home or in cafés, and can be made with a light hand on sweetener.
Matcha is a familiar café choice for people seeking an alternative to coffee, while in Japan it is also enjoyed in more traditional tea settings. For many English-speaking readers, it works as a warming breakfast drink or an afternoon pick-me-up. The milk contributes protein, while matcha gives the drink its distinctive tea character. Pair it with lightly sweetened food, or enjoy it on its own; whisking the powder thoroughly before adding the milk helps prevent clumps.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.