Orange Creamsicle Matcha with Citrus Cold Foam

This Orange Creamsicle Matcha with Maple Orange Cold Foam is the drink you didn’t know you needed. It’s bright, citrusy, and just a little creamy. It tastes like a childhood creamsicle but make it matcha. The earthy, grassy notes of matcha pair great with fresh orange juice, and that maple orange cold foam on top

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Orange Creamsicle Matcha with Citrus Cold Foam

Why This is Delish

There’s something magical about the combination of matcha and orange—they balance each other out perfectly. The orange brings sweetness and brightness that softens matcha’s natural bitterness, and the maple cold foam adds just enough richness. Great for a morning pick-me-up, an afternoon treat, or anytime you want something that feels a little special.

How to Make Orange Creamsicle Matcha with Citrus Cold Foam

Make the Matcha

Add the matcha powder to a bowl and pour in the hot water. Whisk until smooth and fully dissolved with no clumps.

Prepare the Cold Foam

In a small bowl or glass, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, orange juice, and maple syrup until thickened and frothy but still pourable.

Assemble

Fill two glasses with ice. Divide the orange juice and milk between the glasses, then pour the whisked matcha over top.

Spoon or pour the citrus cold foam over each drink.

Variations That Spice Orange Creamsicle Matcha Up

Swap the fresh orange juice for blood orange juice for a deeper, more complex citrus flavor.
Add a splash of vanilla extract to the cold foam for an even more pronounced creamsicle vibe.
Use coconut milk as your milk base for a tropical twist that complements both the matcha and orange.

Substitutions For Your Dietary Needs

Swap the heavy cream for full-fat coconut cream to make the cold foam fully dairy-free — it whips up just as nicely.
Use any milk of choice (oat, almond, coconut) for the matcha base without any changes to the recipe.
Replace the maple syrup with agave or honey depending on your sweetener preference.

Recipe Hacks & Tips

Sift your matcha before whisking to avoid clumps — it makes a big difference
Let the matcha cool slightly before pouring over ice so it doesn’t melt everything instantly
Don’t over-whip the cold foam — you want it pourable, not stiff like whipped cream
Use freshly squeezed orange juice if you can — it makes the flavor so much brighter
A microplane is the best tool for getting fine, fragrant orange zest on top

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How to Store Leftovers

This drink is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to prep ahead, you can whisk the matcha base and store it in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours — just give it a good shake before using. The cold foam is best made fresh right before serving, as it will deflate and separate over time.

Common Questions

Can I use store-bought orange juice instead of fresh?

You can, but fresh orange juice makes a noticeable difference here — it’s brighter, less sweet, and has a better flavor overall. If using store-bought, go for a good quality, not-from-concentrate variety.

What kind of matcha should I use?

Ceremonial grade matcha is ideal for drinking straight since it has the smoothest, least bitter flavor. Culinary grade will still work, but the flavor will be a bit more robust and grassy.

Can I make this iced latte hot instead?

You can skip the ice and cold foam and make a warm version — just steam or froth your milk, combine with the orange juice and matcha, and enjoy. It won’t have the same creamsicle effect, but it’s still delicious.

My cold foam isn’t thickening — what am I doing wrong?

Make sure your heavy cream is cold straight from the fridge. Warm cream won’t whip properly. Whisking by hand takes a minute or two, so a handheld frother will speed things up significantly.

Orange Creamsicle Matcha with Citrus Cold Foam

This Orange Creamsicle Matcha combines earthy matcha, fresh orange juice, and a silky maple orange cold foam for a refreshing, creamsicle-inspired drink that comes together in minutes.

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Ingredients

MATCH BASE

2 Teaspoons Matcha Powder
¼ Cup Hot Water
½ Cup Milk of choice
½ Cup Fresh Orange Juice
1 Cup Ice

MAPLE ORANGE COLD FOAM

¼ Cup Heavy Cream
1 Splash Milk
1 Tablespoon Orange Juice
2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup

GARNISH

Fresh Orange Zest

Equipment

Matcha Whisk or small whisk
Mixing Bowls or glasses
Spoon or frother
Measuring Cups
Microplane

Instructions

Make the Matcha. Add the matcha powder to a bowl and pour in the hot water. Whisk until smooth and fully dissolved with no clumps.
Prepare the Cold Foam. In a small bowl or glass, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, orange juice, and maple syrup until thickened and frothy but still pourable.
Assemble. Fill two glasses with ice. Divide the orange juice and milk between the glasses, then pour the whisked matcha over top. Spoon or pour the maple orange cold foam over each drink.