This Starbucks copycat Pineapple Matcha Drink is sweetened with ginger syrup and topped with coconut milk and a touch of pineapple juice.

This pineapple matcha drink is an exact replica of the Starbucks favorite. It has a sweet green tea flavor with brightness from matcha, a little zing from ginger, and creaminess from coconut milk. The perfect summer drink!
Reasons to love this recipe!
- It tastes JUST LIKE the pineapple matcha drink at Starbucks!
- You save money and control ingredient quality by making it at home.
- It's dairy-free, vegan, and gluten free!
Ingredients and substitutions:
- Fresh ginger
- Sugar - I used organic cane sugar. You can also use granulated sugar or a sugar substitute like Monkfruit Sweetener.
- Matcha - use ceremonial grade.
- Pineapple juice - I like these smaller cans from Trader Joe's.
- Coconut milk - from a carton, not a can. I use unsweetened, but you could use sweetened for an even sweeter drink.
How to make a pineapple matcha drink:
Make the ginger syrup: Simmer the sugar, water, and sliced ginger for 10 minutes until fragrant and golden.
Whisk together the matcha mixture: In a glass measuring cup, whisk together the pineapple juice, matcha, and 2 tablespoons of ginger syrup. To make sure your matcha doesn't have any clumps, you can use a frother or blender to get it smooth.
Top with coconut milk: Pour the matcha mixture into a glass with ice. Top with coconut milk and enjoy!
Storage?
You can make several pineapple matcha drinks ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. I usually store them in a mason jar.
Or you can store the components separately. The ginger syrup will keep for up to 2 weeks. Pineapple juice, for up to 1 week.
Matcha 101:
Matcha is Japanese green tea powder used to make tea, lattes, and more! It has a rich green tea flavor and boasts many health benefits! With less caffeine than coffee and more l-theanine it creates a more even alertness, without the typical jitters or post-coffee crash.
Matcha is high in antioxidants, boosts brain function, and can even prevent cancer (source), all while tasting absolutely delicious! Yes please!
My go-to matcha brands are Aiya Matcha, Matcha Love, and Do Matcha which can often be found in health food stores. I order the other two brands online. Once you open your matcha, store it in the fridge for the longest shelf life.
To learn how to make a matcha latte at home, check out this detailed post!
What type of matcha should I use?
For drinks, you want to use ceremonial grade matcha. It is the highest quality matcha and had the best flavor. In contrast, culinary grade matcha is a lower quality with a slightly bitter flavor. It is fine to cook or bake with, but should not be used in lattes or drinks.
More refreshing summer drinks!
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- Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte
- 5 Minute Fresh Mint Iced Tea
- Refreshing Apple Cider Vinegar Drinks
Pineapple Matcha Drink
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This Starbucks copycat Pineapple Matcha Drink is sweetened with ginger syrup and topped with coconut milk and a touch of pineapple juice.
Ingredients
For the ginger syrup:
- ¼ cup sliced ginger
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
To make a pineapple matcha drink:
- 2 tablespoons ginger syrup
- 3 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 1 teaspoon matcha
- ¾ cup coconut milk - from a carton, not a can
Instructions
Add the sugar, water, and sliced ginger to a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, cover, and simmer 10 minutes until fragrant and golden.
Whisk together the pineapple juice, matcha, and 2 tablespoons of ginger syrup. To make sure your matcha doesn't have any clumps, you can use a frother or blender to get it smooth.
Pour the matcha mixture into a glass with ice. Top with coconut milk and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: coconut milk, pineapple juice, ginger, green tea, matcha, spring, summer, vegan, gluten free, Starbucks, copycat, easy, latte
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