The world of Instagrammable beverages is constantly evolving, with new and exciting concoctions emerging every season - each claiming significant space on our social feeds, until the next picture perfect cooler takes over.
Matcha lattes have surged in popularity of late. The attractive, impactful green drink has a unique earthy flavour profile and offers a refreshing alternative to a traditional coffee. Additionally, matcha's association with health benefits, such as increased focus and antioxidant properties, has also attracted health-conscious consumers.
But, this summer there is one drink that has become a regular feature on our social feeds, capturing the taste buds of coffee and tea lovers alike - the iced strawberry matcha latte. Both refreshing and visually appealing beverage has taken social media by storm, becoming a must-try and a must-post beverage for those in the know.
Barn's
Iced Coconut Latte with Matcha Cloud or Iced Brown Sugar Latte with Matcha Cloud
Barn’s has officially raised the matcha game with two new matcha cloud creations. Available across all outlets, the local coffee pioneer introduces the Iced Coconut Latte with Matcha Cloud — a refreshing blend of creamy coconut milk topped with a velvety, whipped matcha layer. Not your vibe? Why not try the Iced Brown Sugar Latte with Matcha Cloud, which pairs rich caramelised sweetness with a silky, earthy matcha foam finish. Served chilled over ice, both dual-layered beverages offer a perfectly balanced, elevated spin on classic matcha, making them an essential order for your next matcha run.
So Matcha
Iced Matcha Latte with Sea Salt Vanilla Cloud
So Matcha has put a deliciously balanced twist on an Iced Matcha Latte. Say hello to the Iced Matcha Latte with Sea Salt Vanilla Cloud. This ice cold drink is a vibrant layered creation that fuses high-grade matcha with a rich local milk, topped with a smooth, vanilla, salty-sweet cream top. Offering a harmoniously subtle contrast between sweet vanilla notes and a touch of sea salt, it is an effortlessly smooth, creamy, and elevated cold brew made for serious matcha enthusiasts.
House of Matcha
House of Matcha lives up to its name and might be the go-to place for cloud topped matcha lattes in Riyadh. Top your high-grade iced matcha with a cloud of creamy salted vanilla cold foam, sweet strawberry foam, blue matcha cloud or double up and add a heaping of matcha cloud on top. There are so many options, even matcha and matcha cloud enthusiasts won't have tried all the combinations. Celebrating a birthday or a special moment? Order the celebration matcha that is topped with a cold foam cloud of your choosing and a candle to make a wish on.
Happyland Matcha
Diriyah's Happyland Matcha brings a vibrant, dedicated concept to the Kingdom’s booming matcha scene. Celebrating ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha alongside creative seasonal variations, this serene spot is a go-to destination for art enthusiasts and design lovers exploring the neighbourhood. Looking to try something different for today's matcha break? We recommend grabbing yourself a Coconut Matcha Cloud - ice cold coconut water is topped with a rich, creamy, matcha cloud.
Kultúra
Iced Cinnamon Toast Crunch Matcha Latte or Iced Salted Honey Matcha with Cloud Foam Top
Kultúra is one of Riyadh’s most refined specialty coffee concepts, but aside from top rated coffee, the cafe is bringing an elevated matcha experience to the city. The editorial-style café has locations in key capital neighbourhoods including Al Ghadir, Hittin, and Al Rayyan; the space invites effortless connection alongside a meticulously crafted menu. The matcha menu is innovative, with the most intriguing matcha creations including a cinnamon infused matcha latte topped with a sweet cinnamon cloud foam topping, and a sprinkling of cinnamon toast crunch pieces. Or a delicious and nutty iced matcha latte topped with a decadent dollop of salted honey infused creamy cloud topping.
