How much matcha powder to use per cup?

A Complete Guide for Hot, Iced & Milk Matcha (Low to High Caffeine)

If you’ve ever Googled “how much matcha powder to use per cup”, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions matcha drinkers ask — and for good reason.

Unlike coffee, matcha is flexible. The amount you use changes:

1. Taste (smooth vs bold)

2. Caffeine level

3. How well it pairs with milk

4. Whether it’s hot or iced

In this guide, we’ll break down exact matcha-to-liquid ratios, including:

- Hot vs iced matcha latte

- Dairy, oat milk & soya milk

- Low / medium / high caffeine goals

 

Standard Matcha Measurement (Quick Reference)

1 cup = 200–250 ml

1 level teaspoon ≈ 2 grams

½ teaspoon ≈ 1 gram

¼ teaspoon ≈ 0.5 gram

Matcha-to-Milk Ratio Table

Advice-Iced drinks and oat milk require more matcha to maintain flavour intensity.

How Milk Type Affects Matcha Strength

Dairy Milk

- Naturally softens bitterness

- Needs less matcha

- Ideal for beginners

Oat Milk

- Thicker and sweeter

- Requires +0.5 g more matcha

- Best for iced or café-style drinks

Soya Milk

- Higher protein, less sweetness

- Preserves matcha’s vegetal notes

- Works best with medium-strength ratios

How Much Matcha for Low, Medium & High Caffeine?

Normally per gram of matcha contains 30-45mg of caffeine

Compared to coffee:

- Espresso: ~60–80 mg

- Filter coffee: ~90–120 mg

Why matcha feels different from coffee: L-theanine slows caffeine absorption, giving calm, sustained energy without crashes.

 

Pro Brewing Tips (Boosts Flavour for your matcha)

- Sift matcha before whisking

- Use 70–80°C water, never boiling

- Whisk matcha + water first, then add milk

- For iced matcha, dissolve fully before adding ice

 

So… What’s the best amount of Matcha per cup?