Looking for the perfect drink to brighten your day? Meet your new obsession: the Strawberry Matcha Refresher. It’s the perfect balance of earthy matcha, sweet strawberries, and creamy milk—a refreshing pick-me-up that looks just as good as it tastes.
What makes this iced strawberry matcha latte extra special? Oi Boba Matcha Powder gives it that smooth, authentic green tea flavour, while Oi Boba Strawberry Popping Pearls burst with juicy sweetness in every sip. It's a vibrant, delicious, and totally Instagram-worthy drink you can now make right at home.
Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Matcha Recipe
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Café-Quality at Home: Get that perfect harmony of earthy matcha and sweet strawberry you’d pay for at a bubble tea shop, now easily made in your own kitchen.
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Smooth, Rich Matcha Flavour: Using Oi Boba Matcha Powder ensures a smooth, non-bitter, and rich green tea taste that balances perfectly with the creamy milk.
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The Perfect Juicy Pop: This isn't just a drink; it's an experience! Oi Boba Strawberry Popping Pearls add a fun, burst-in-your-mouth texture.
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Vibrant & 'Gram-Worthy: With its beautiful layered colours, this drink is pure eye candy. It's the perfect refresher for a hot Aussie arvo.
Ingredients You'll Need
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1-2 tsp Oi Boba Matcha Powder
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60ml (1/4 cup) hot water (not boiling)
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1-2 tbsp (15-30ml) vanilla syrup, or your preferred sweetener (like honey or maple syrup)
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150ml (1/2 - 3/4 cup) cold milk (dairy or plant-based like oat or almond)
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1 cup of ice cubes
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Optional: Whipped cream or cold foam for topping
How to Make a Strawberry Matcha Refresher
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Whisk the Matcha: In a small bowl, add the Oi Boba Matcha Powder and hot water. Whisk vigorously (with a bamboo whisk or milk frother) until smooth and frothy. Whisk in your vanilla syrup or sweetener and set aside to cool slightly.
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Prep Your Glass: Spoon the Oi Boba Strawberry Popping Pearls into the bottom of a tall glass.
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Add Ice & Milk: Fill the glass 3/4 full with ice cubes. Gently pour the cold milk over the ice and pearls. This will create your white layer.
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Create the Layer: Slowly pour your cooled matcha mixture over the back of a spoon onto the milk. This helps create that beautiful, distinct green layer.
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Serve & Enjoy: Top with whipped cream or cold foam if you like. Add a wide boba straw, give it a good stir to combine all the flavours, and enjoy that perfect mix of creamy matcha and juicy strawberry!
Pro-Tips for the Perfect Drink
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Use Quality Matcha: The flavour of your drink depends on this! Using Oi Boba Matcha Powder ensures a vibrant green colour and smooth, premium taste.
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Chill Everything: For the most refreshing drink, make sure your milk is cold and your matcha has had a minute to cool down before pouring.
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Layer Like a Pro: The "pour over a spoon" trick is the key to that café-style layered look. The slower you pour the matcha, the sharper the layer.
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Make It Fruity: For an extra strawberry hit, muddle 1-2 fresh strawberries in the bottom of your glass before adding the popping pearls.
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Make It Creamy: A topping of milk cold foam (frothed cold milk) or whipped cream makes this an extra indulgent treat.
Love this homemade boba recipe? Check out our full range of Oi Boba toppings and powders to inspire your next creation!
