Iced Double Berry Matcha (Starbucks Copycat)

Spring into warmer weather with my copycat Starbucks Iced Double Berry Matcha recipe. This technicolor dream features a lightly sweetened strawberry purée, milky matcha, and a raspberry cream cold foam, all layered to create a drink that’s as pretty to look at as it is to sip.

Remember last year’s raspberry cream cold brew topped with raspberry cold foam, or the iced strawberry matcha latte? Well, this year’s genius iced double berry matcha latte combines the latter two for a fantastically refreshing, cheerfully colorful drink that has just the right amount of pep to power me through the afternoon slump.

Sure, a plain iced matcha latte is delightful, but a two-time berry glow up is always welcome. Yes, the fact that there are 3 separate layers makes it a bit more of a time investment. But, all in, you’re still only looking at about 8 minutes from start to sip. If you’ve been looking for ways to inject a little sunshine into your day, this double berry matcha should be top of your list!

Love berry season as much as I do? Check out my iced blueberry matcha latte, white chocolate raspberry creamer and iced strawberry latte next!

Jump to:

• What does it taste like?
• Why You’ll Love This Iced Matcha Latte Recipe
• Ingredients Needed
• Substitutions
• How To Make Starbucks Iced Double Berry Matcha Latte
• Optional Variations & Dietary Adjustments
• Serving Suggestions
• Recipe Success Tips
• FAQs
• Homemade Iced Double Berry Matcha Latte Nutrition
• Other Matcha Recipes
• Iced Double Berry Matcha (Starbucks Copycat)

What does it taste like?

This iced double berry matcha latte tastes like a fruity, creamy café treat with a fresh green tea backbone. The lightly sweetened strawberry purée brings bright, jammy berry flavor that’s fresh and slightly tangy, while the milky matcha layer adds a smooth, earthy balance that keeps the drink from being overly sweet.

On top, the raspberry cream cold foam is light, fluffy, and dessert-like, with a pop of tart berry flavor that melts into the drink as you sip. Every layer is cool, creamy, and refreshing—equal parts fruity refresher and cozy matcha latte, with a signature Starbucks-style sweetness that feels indulgent without being heavy.

Why You’ll Love This Iced Matcha Latte Recipe

• Lightly Caffeinated - I’m all for starting my morning with some high-octane coffee, but by the time 3 o’clock rolls around, I just need something to get me across the finish line. This double berry iced matcha latte accomplishes that in fabulously fruity style! It gives me just enough of a boost to power me through without keeping me up all night.
• Cheerfully Bright - They say we eat with our eyes first, and boy is this layered beauty a feast! Between the vibrant magenta berry purée, pale pink raspberry cold foam, and minty green matcha, just the look alone is enough to bring a smile to my face. (And once I get the first taste, I’m grinning ear to ear!)
• Budget-Friendly - Rather than spending $6-7 on a single drink (and that’s pre-tax and pre-tip), making your own Starbucks copycats at home costs just a fraction of the price. Sure, you have to shell out more at the front end to get all the ingredients, but the cost per drink rarely exceeds $2. If you’re looking to trim your spending, becoming your own barista is a great first step!

Ingredients Needed

• Hot Water & Cold Water - Even though this is an iced drink, matcha powder requires hot water to dissolve properly. The cold water comes in later, just to help thin out the purée. If possible, start with filtered water for the best taste.
• Pure Matcha Powder - As long as it’s pure matcha powder, not one doctored up with sweeteners and powdered creamers, you’re good to go. If you can swing the extra expense, ceremonial grade matcha powder is the bee’s knees.
• 2% Milk - This is our standard milk choice. If you want a bit of a protein bump and an extra creamy mouthfeel, reach for an ultra-filtered variety like Fairlife.
• Heavy Cream & Whole Milk - We need a ⅔ & ⅓ mixture to add enough fat for our cold foam to hold. Unfortunately half & half doesn’t quite hold up.
• Raspberry Syrup - Feel free to use store-bought if you’d like, but my homemade version comes together in just a few minutes!
• Fresh Strawberries - Yes, we’re adding real berry goodness to this double berry matcha. Make sure they’re deliciously fragrant—strawberries that don’t have much of an aroma tend to taste pretty watery and weak.
• Granulated Sugar - Just a touch of white sugar helps to balance out the tart flavor of the strawberries. 

Substitutions

• 2% Milk - Feel free to swap in any percentage of dairy milk or any plant-based milk you prefer. If you go the vegan route, look for a barista blend for the best mouthfeel.
• Heavy Cream & Whole Milk - Vegan whipping cream or coconut cream can replace the heavy cream, while full-fat oat, coconut, or soy milk can replace the whole milk. Make sure they’re nice and cold for the best whipping power.
• Raspberry Syrup - Feel free to swap in the berry-flavored syrup of your choice. I think blueberry syrup, blackberry syrup, strawberry syrup, or even blood orange syrup would all taste great.
• Fresh Strawberries - Frozen berries work just as well! Again, feel free to swap in the berries of your choice. Note that you may need to adjust the sugar to taste, as some varieties are more tart than others.
• Granulated Sugar - Natural cane sugar, superfine/caster sugar, or the cup-for-cup sugar-free sweetener of your choice can all be used instead.

How To Make Starbucks Iced Double Berry Matcha Latte

Step 1: Make the Matcha. Sift the matcha powder into your hot water (this helps prevent clumps). Whisk until smooth and a little frothy, then whisk in the milk. Set aside for now.

Step 2: Whip Up the Raspberry Cold Foam. Use a milk frother to blend the cream, milk, and raspberry syrup until thick, fluffy, and foamy. Set it aside.

Step 3: Blend Purée. Add the strawberries, granulated sugar, and cold water to a blender and blitz until smooth and pourable.

Step 4: Assemble. Pour the strawberry purée into your serving glass, then fill it with ice. Slowly pour the matcha latte over the ice so you get pretty layers.

Step 5: Top + Serve. Gently spoon the raspberry cream cold foam on top, grab a straw, and enjoy!

Optional Variations & Dietary Adjustments

• Vegan/Dairy-Free - Swap the 2% milk for barista-style oat milk, almond milk, coconut milk, or soy milk. For the cold foam, use a plant-based heavy cream (like oat or coconut cream) or a barista-style non-dairy creamer that froths well.
• Reduced Sugar/Sugar-Free - Use unsweetened milk, cut the sugar in the strawberry purée (or use a sugar-free sweetener like monkfruit), and choose a sugar-free raspberry syrup (or use less syrup overall). 
• Shortcut - Short on time? Swap the homemade strawberry purée for strawberry chia jam thinned with a little water or defrosted frozen strawberry purée. 

Serving Suggestions

• Serve immediately for the prettiest layers. This drink looks extra stunning right after assembling, when the strawberry purée, matcha latte, and raspberry cold foam stay nicely separated.
• Stir it up (or sip it layered). You can enjoy it as-is for a “three flavors in one” experience, or give it a quick stir to blend everything into a creamy berry-matcha treat.
• Use a clear glass + boba straw for the full Starbucks vibe. A tall clear glass shows off those gorgeous pink-and-green layers, and a wide straw makes it easier to sip up the strawberry purée.
• Make it a sweet & savory snack moment. Serve it alongside something light and salty like egg bites, sheet pan huevos rancheros, or a handful of roasted pumpkin seeds for a more balanced pick-me-up.
• Pair it with a sweet brunch bite. This latte is perfect with better-for-you bakery-style treats like a strawberry rhubarb protein muffin, high protein coconut chia pudding, fresh strawberry waffles, or a slice of high protein banana bread.
• Top it like a café drink. Add a few freeze-dried strawberries, a sprinkle of matcha powder, or even a couple fresh raspberries on top of the foam for a pretty finishing touch.

Recipe Success Tips

• Sift your matcha first. Matcha loves to clump, so sifting it into the hot water helps it whisk up smooth and creamy instead of gritty.
• Use hot (not boiling) water for matcha. Super hot water can make matcha taste more bitter. Aim for water that’s hot enough to dissolve the powder, but not rolling-boil hot.
• Whisk until frothy for that café texture. A bamboo whisk is great, but a handheld frother works too—just whisk until the matcha looks smooth and slightly foamy.
• Let the matcha cool slightly before layering. If your matcha is too warm, it can melt the ice fast and muddy the layers. Even 2-3 minutes of cooling helps.
• Blend the strawberry purée until totally smooth. You want it pourable and silky so it layers nicely at the bottom (and doesn’t clog your straw).
• Taste the strawberry layer before assembling. Strawberries vary a lot in sweetness! Add a little extra sugar if yours are tart, or reduce it if they’re super ripe.
• Go slow when pouring to keep the layers. Pour the matcha over the ice slowly (or over the back of a spoon) so it sits on top of the strawberry layer instead of mixing right away.
• Use cold ingredients for the best cold foam. Cold cream + cold milk froth up thicker and faster. If your foam seems thin, chill the mixture for a few minutes and froth again.
• Don’t over-froth the cold foam. You want it thick and spoonable, but still soft and creamy—not stiff like whipped cream.

FAQs

Homemade Iced Double Berry Matcha Latte Nutrition

This copycat Starbucks iced double berry matcha latte is a fun “treat drink” that still offers some solid nutritional perks. With 384 calories and 12 grams of protein, it’s more filling than a typical flavored latte. The 15 grams of fat also helps add richness and can slow down how quickly the sugar hits your bloodstream, which may help prevent a quick energy crash. 

That said, this drink is definitely on the sweeter side, with 50 grams of carbs and 45 grams of sugar, so it’s best enjoyed as an occasional indulgence or paired with a protein-rich snack if you’re looking for more balanced energy. 

The good news is it’s relatively low in sodium (109 mg) and you can easily lighten it up at home by using less syrup or sugar-free syrup, reducing the sugar in the strawberry purée, and/or choosing an unsweetened milk. Enjoy every customizable sip!

Total nutritional content per serving is:

• Calories: 384 calories
• Total Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 12 grams
• Sodium: 109 mg
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Sugar: 45 grams

*This nutritional information is an estimate and calculated based on the ingredients used to create the recipe. The nutritional value of your ingredients may differ slightly. Furthermore, this food is not intended to prevent, diagnose, cure, or treat any disease.

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xoxo Megan