Drunken Salted Matcha Latte

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Working in the food industry, Evonne is no stranger to the delicious range of savoury, sweet desserts and her instagram @greatescape_v is proof. Passionate in baking since young, cooking up mouth-watering dishes is her regular self-care activity now. Her recipes are classic, bursting with flavours and depth, always adding a special touch. Check out her specially-crafted series One Day Meals: from the matcha spread on your morning toasties to the café-style matcha dishes with a slight twist on a popular dessert for after dinner.

"It is the feeling of satisfaction after seeing the result of my hard work that gets me."

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INTERVIEW WITH @greatescape_v

The mix of savoury and sweet dishes in your Instagram looks stunning! When did your passion for food begin?

I grew up surrounded by many varieties of food as my family and relatives work in the food industry. My favourite memory is when my dad would bring me to the international food trade exhibitions and visit the production plants whenever he had an overseas business trip. I also enjoy watching cooking shows since I was young, it inspired me to craft things with my own hands. It is the feeling of satisfaction after seeing the result of my hard work that gets me.

What's your biggest challenge in creating these mouth-watering recipes?

Usually, I would draw and write down the ideas before making any dishes. However, sometimes the food may not turn out like how I wanted it to taste or look. Even so, I learned to keep trying and not give up. Eventually, it will turn out amazing!

Personal tips for your recipe viewers when working with Matcha recipes.

It was my first time experiencing different types of matcha powder. naturally, it took me a long time to understand and distinguish the differences. Each and every one has it's own distinct flavour profile. You definitely have to try them all as everyone has their own preferences of taste.

What is your inspiration for Drunken Salted Matcha Latte recipe?

I wasn't a fan of Soju back then. It tasted like liquid medicine to me. Until I tried the fruit-flavoured Soju, I thought it tasted better with some sweetness. So I got curious how it would taste after adding matcha.

Adding Soju to the usual Matcha Latte gives you a subtle "Hot" sensation down your throat, and a little bit of salt adds another layer of flavour. So it's a different drinking experience from the typical ones.

How did you find using AJISAI / Matcha in your recipe?

I've tried using different matcha powders and thought AJISAI / Matcha powder would be a better match in this combo because of its umami savouriness, and it has lesser grassy flavour/less bitter.

RECIPE

Drunken Salted Matcha Latte

BY @greatescape_v

Serves 1 parfait
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min

Ingredients

50g / 1 shot Korean Soju
40g Red Seedless Grapes (peeled)
5g AJISAI / Matcha Powder (sieved)
25g Sugar syrup
30g Milk (a)
30g Milk (b)
Salt
Ice

Garnish
2pcs Red Seedless Grapes

* Prepare an ice-cold glass.

Method To Assemble

Fill a cocktail shaker with roughly mash red seedless grapes and Korean Soju. Let them infuse for a few mins. Set aside.
Then in a small bowl, combine AJISAI / Matcha powder, sugar syrup, and 30g milk (a) with ASAGAO / Chasen or YUKIWA / Matcha Mixer until powder dissolves completely.
Pour the matcha mixture and 30g milk (b) into the cocktail shaker. Cover it and shake vigorously.
Moisten the rim of the glass with a bit of Soju and dip in the salt. Fill the glass with ice.
Strain the shaken mixture into the glass. Garnish with grapes.

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