Ingredients
| 150 g | Ice cubes / Crushed Ice |
| 100 ml | Oat milk |
| 3 g | Ube Powder |
| 2 g | Hojicha powder |
| 10 ml | Water |
| 1 pinch | Sea salt flakes |
| You will also need | |
| Hand mixer or milk frother | |
| Spoon for layering | |
| Your favorite glass |
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Preparation
- 150 g Ice cubes / Crushed Ice
- 100 ml Oat milk
- 3 g Ube Powder
- 1 pinch Sea salt flakes
What makes a Hojicha Ube Latte so special?
At first glance, it’s all about the color. The vivid purple ube layer and the soft beige hojicha layer create a striking contrast that immediately catches the eye. But this drink delivers more than visual appeal: while ube adds a smooth, creamy sweetness with subtle vanilla-like notes, hojicha provides depth through its characteristic flavors of roasted nuts, caramel, and toasted grains. The result is a remarkably balanced summer drink that feels neither overly sweet nor too heavy—perfect for warm days.
How to create the perfect layered look
The magic of this drink lies in its clearly defined layers. A little patience during preparation goes a long way. We recommend making it in two simple stages.
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Why ube and hojicha work so well together
When people see colorful drinks, they often expect pure sweetness. The Hojicha Ube Latte, however, is all about contrast. Ube's soft, creamy sweetness is balanced by the roasted character of hojicha, creating a flavor profile that feels far more layered and sophisticated than a typical latte.
What makes the combination especially interesting is how different hojicha is from matcha. While matcha is often associated with fresh, grassy notes, hojicha offers warm, comforting flavors that lean almost toward dessert-like territory. That contrast is exactly why these two ingredients complement each other so beautifully.
Common layering mistakes
Too much foam in the ube layer
Foam makes it harder to keep the layers separate. Mix the ube thoroughly, but avoid creating froth.
Pouring too quickly
If the hojicha mixture is poured directly into the glass, the two layers will blend together. Pouring slowly over a spoon creates the cleanest result.
Using warm Oat Cuisine
For a stable layered effect, the Oat Cuisine should be as cold as possible.
The perfect summer moment with a Hojicha Ube Latte
Whether you're enjoying it on your balcony, taking it along for a picnic, or treating yourself to a quick break between meetings, this drink instantly brings summer vibes to your day. You don't need barista-level skills to recreate it at home. A little patience while layering is all it takes to make a drink that looks every bit as impressive as it tastes.
And the best part? You can also enjoy this drink at our Brew Bars.
