This Green Irish drink is a matcha vodka cocktail you won’t want to miss! With its beautiful color, earthy taste, and velvety finish, it’s somehow simultaneously both refreshing and creamy.
Think a White Russian, but green. And matcha instead of coffee. And vanilla liqueur instead of Kahlua. Oh, but keep the cream. Definitely keep the cream. Yup, that pretty much sums it up!
If this cocktail piqued your interest, you may be matcha-obsessed like me! And I certainly can’t blame you. It’s earthy and refreshing and gives you a great punch of caffeinated energy!
Matcha is vibrant and flavorful, and not just in lattes! I love using it to uplevel a cocktail (see also Matcha Mojito!). And as a busy mom who loves a secret ingredient that brings tons of depth without too much hassle, matcha is a go-to!
How to Make the Green Irish Matcha Vodka Cocktail
You’ll add your matcha powder to your vodka first in a glass or cocktail shaker. Combine by shaking or using a matcha whisk or milk frother to combine.
Make sure it’s mixed well to avoid any powder lumps. Do not move onto the next step until it’s perfectly smooth.
If you’re adding honey, you’ll do it in this step, too. Add honey only if you normally add sweetener to your tea or cocktails. I drink my tea and coffee black, and this matcha vodka cocktail is no exception!
One of the greatest things about this cocktail is it’s creamy consistency. If you like to nurse your drinks, melting ice may disturb that perfect creaminess.
Consider whiskey ice—the bigger the ice, the slower it will melt, and the longer you can enjoy your drink before it starts to get watered down. I use these ice trays and absolutely love them.
Pour your matcha vodka into a lowball glass over ice. Then, add the vanilla liqueur.
The vodka-matcha-vanilla mixture is more dense than your cream, leaving the green mixture on the bottom and allowing your cream to float on top, showcasing your bartending skills!
Stir it just enough to form a swirl effect, giving you a really nice, creamy mouthfeel.
The Green Irish – A Matcha Vodka Cocktail
SAVE RECIPE TO COLLECTION PIN PRINT RATEIngredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1 ounce vanilla liqueur
- 1 ounce cream (dairy or coconut cream)
- 2 teaspoons honey or 1 teaspoon agave nectar (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing glass, add vodka and matcha and whip thoroughly until smooth. If you are adding honey, add it now. I actually use a matcha whisk or milk frother to combine and ensure there are no lumps. You can also opt to mix it in a cocktail shaker.2 ounces vodka, 1 teaspoon matcha powder, 2 teaspoons honey or 1 teaspoon agave nectar
- Fill your cocktail glass with ice (I use whiskey ice for this one!) and pour in the matcha and vodka mixture. Add the vanilla liqueur and stir.1 ounce vanilla liqueur
- Pour cream on top and give it a gentle stir to swirl it in. Cheers!1 ounce cream
Pro Tips
- Add honey only if you usually add sweeteners to your tea!
- Add your cream last, and stir it just enough to leave little swirls.
- 1 fluid ounce = 2 tablespoons
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