- Pure matcha is virtually calorie-free: about 3 kcal per serving (1 g), with no added sugar at all.
- These 3 kcal come from the fiber and carbohydrates of the whole tencha leaf, ground into powder.
- A homemade matcha latte stays light (35 to 68 kcal depending on the milk); watch out for coffee shop versions (up to 154 kcal).
- For a healthy and delicious matcha with no added sugar, choose a high-quality, non-bitter organic matcha.
Matcha is often recommended as part of a healthy, balanced diet, but what about its calorie content? Can you enjoy matcha without worrying about adding lots of calories to your diet?
How many calories are there in matcha powder?
Matcha tea is an almost entirely calorie-free food: it contains just 3 kcal per serving (i.e. 1 gram).
These 3 calories correspond to the carbohydrates and fiber provided by consuming the whole tencha green tea leaf, once it has been ground into matcha powder.
True matcha contains no added sugar. So be careful with ready-made matcha latte mixes available for sale: they often contain several grams of sugar and animal milk, which can alter the nutritional values of the drink.
What is the calorie content of a matcha latte?
The calorie content of a matcha latte varies widely depending on the recipe.
A matcha latte made with soy milk or oat milk contains about 45 calories with no sweeteners added, compared to 68 calories for a matcha latte made with UHT whole milk.
But almond milk and skimmed cow's milk take the crown, coming in at around 35 calories in total!
It's clear, then, that the matcha latte is a drink with a very reasonable calorie count compared to all the benefits it provides.
What about matcha lattes from coffee shops?
With this information in mind, it's tempting to think that the matcha latte served at specialty chains is a healthy option.
Yet this isn't always true: take, for example, the matcha latte served by the Starbucks chain. The brand's website shows that the matcha latte served there contains a large amount of sugar and calories. Since the matcha used for cooking and making drinks is more bitter than high-quality matcha, sweeteners such as white sugar or syrups are added to make the tea sweeter.
For example, in France, a large matcha latte (473 mL) made with soy milk contains 154 kcal and 10.8 grams of sugar.
Making your own matcha latte at home
Nothing beats a homemade matcha latte for adding matcha to your diet in a delicious way: I recommend checking out our organic matcha latte recipe guide!
Matcha lattes with all kinds of milks, hot or cold, blended with fruits or herbal infusions — you're sure to find the recipe made for you!
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Choose organic matcha, a health ally
Now that you know how to prepare your matcha the healthy way, one important factor remains: choosing a good-quality matcha.
Low-quality matcha has a bitter taste and a rather unpleasant dusty texture, which you may be tempted to mask by adding calorie-laden ingredients like sugar, honey or syrup.
Since 2017, my mission has been to bring you matcha from organic farming, produced with passion by artisan farmers. And you can immediately taste the difference: these matcha have no bitterness whatsoever, are rich in umami flavor, and are simply delicious without any additions or gimmicks!
To get started, I recommend our organic premium matcha tea, ideal both for enjoying on its own and in a matcha latte.
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