How to make matcha lavender at home?

Honestly? It’s way easier than it sounds. Here’s how I do it in my kitchen: I start by whisking matcha with warm water—nothing fancy, just enough to make it smooth. Then I warm up some milk and add a splash of homemade lavender syrup (the smell alone is worth it). I pour the milk over the matcha, give it a gentle stir, and that’s it. It’s like a cozy café moment, minus the price tag. Feel free to use oat, almond, or whatever milk you love most. Once you try it, you’ll see—it’s pure calm in a cup.

Understanding Starbucks Lavender Powder

Starbucks keeps it vague, but from what I’ve gathered, their lavender powder is a mix of dried lavender, sugar, and natural flavors. At home, I stick with something simple: a lavender syrup made with food-grade lavender, sugar, and water. You can make it from scratch or grab a bottle if you're in a rush. Either way, it turns your latte into a little spa-like treat. It’s soft, floral, and makes everything feel a bit more special.

What’s Inside Starbucks Matcha?

Here’s the thing—Starbucks uses a pre-sweetened blend of matcha and sugar. So when you sip their version, you're also sipping quite a bit of added sweetness. When you make your own Copycat Starbucks Lavender Matcha at home, you get to decide how sweet you want it. Maybe a drizzle of honey, maybe a splash of maple syrup, or none at all. That’s the fun of it—you’re in charge.

Copycat Starbucks Lavender Matcha

Ingredients

Scale

1 tsp culinary matcha powder (use ceremonial or premium grade if possible)
1 tbsp dried culinary lavender (make sure it’s food-grade)
1/4 cup water (for lavender syrup and matcha paste)
3/4 cup milk of choice (whole, almond, oat, soy—it’s your call)
1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
A few drops vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

In a small saucepan, bring 1/4 cup of water and the lavender to a gentle simmer. Let it steep off the heat for about 5–10 minutes. Strain out the lavender buds and stir in your sweetener. Set aside.
In a small bowl or cup, sift in your matcha powder. Add a tablespoon of warm water and whisk vigorously until smooth. A milk frother or small whisk works too.
Gently heat your milk in a saucepan or microwave. Froth it using a handheld frother, blender, or by shaking it in a mason jar.
In your favorite mug, pour in the lavender syrup, then the matcha paste. Stir gently to combine. Top with your warm frothed milk. Sip and enjoy.

Notes

Start light with lavender—too much can overpower. Use filtered water for clearer flavors. Want it iced? Cool everything and pour over ice. Extra lavender syrup is amazing in lemonade or over ice cream.

Author: Anna Gomez
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Drinks
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Fusion
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 90
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 35mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: lavender matcha latte, floral drink, homemade latte, calming drink