# Components:
→ Strawberry Layer
01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons water
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
→ Matcha Layer
05 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
06 - 1/4 cup hot water at 175°F
→ Vanilla Sweet Cream
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk
08 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
09 - 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
→ Assembly
10 - 1 cup ice cubes
11 - Fresh strawberries, sliced for garnish
# Directions:
01 - In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring and mashing until strawberries soften and become syrupy, approximately 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Blend or mash until achieving a smooth consistency and set aside.
02 - Sift matcha powder into a bowl. Add hot water and whisk vigorously using a bamboo whisk or milk frother until the mixture becomes smooth and frothy.
03 - In a small pitcher, whisk together milk, heavy cream, and vanilla syrup until fully combined.
04 - Divide strawberry puree equally between two large glasses. Add ice cubes to each glass. Slowly pour vanilla sweet cream over the ice. Gently pour matcha over the cream layer to create a layered effect.
05 - Top with sliced fresh strawberries if desired. Stir before drinking.
