Iced Green Apple, Matcha and Smoked Rosemary Tonic
An original, refreshing drink that combines green apple juice, smooth matcha, a light smoked rosemary syrup, and sparkling water for an herbal, citrusy, elegant profile.
Ingredients
- 400 g green apples (without core, en trozos)
- 240 ml water (for the jarabe)
- 60 g sugar (for the jarabe)
- 8 g fresh rosemary (more extra for decorar if desired)
- 6 g matcha powder (tamizado)
- 60 ml hot water (80°C para disolver el matcha)
- 45 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 720 ml cold sparkling water (well cold)
- 400 g ice (for servir)
- 1 g fine salt (a pinch)
Nutrition facts
per serving
Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.
Allergens
No declared allergens
Instructions
- 1
1. Place the green apples in a blender with the lime juice and blend until smooth. Strain well, pressing firmly, to extract about 360 ml / 1 1/2 cups of juice. Chill until needed.
- 2
2. For the syrup, add the water, sugar, salt, and 2 rosemary sprigs to a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, about 212°F / 100°C, and cook for 5 minutes.
- 3
3. While the syrup cooks, lightly smoke the remaining 2 rosemary sprigs by carefully passing them near a stove flame or using a kitchen torch until fragrant, without fully burning them. Add them to the syrup, turn off the heat, and steep for 3 minutes. Strain and cool.
- 4
4. Place the matcha in a small bowl. Add the hot water at 175°F / 80°C and whisk until smooth and lump-free.
- 5
5. In a large pitcher, combine the green apple juice, the cooled smoked rosemary syrup, and the dissolved matcha. Stir until fully blended.
- 6
6. Add the cold sparkling water just before serving and stir gently to keep the bubbles lively.
- 7
7. Divide the ice among 4 glasses and pour in the drink. Garnish with extra fresh rosemary if desired and serve immediately.
Chef tips
For a deeper rosemary flavor, let the syrup cool with the rosemary steeping for up to 10 minutes before straining. For a cleaner texture, strain the apple juice twice.
Substitutions
You can replace lime juice with lemon juice in the same amount. Sugar can be swapped for coconut sugar, though the color will be darker and the flavor more toasted. If you do not have sparkling water, use chilled club soda.
What I used to make it
Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.
Illustrative imageNinja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
Illustrative imageVictorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
Illustrative imageTeakhaus Teak Cutting Board
Stable base for chopping
- Stable surface for chopping
- Gentle on your knife edge
- Hand-wash and let it dry
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