# What You’ll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk, shaken well
02 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
03 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
→ Flavor & Boosters
04 - 2 teaspoons high-quality matcha green tea powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional)
06 - Pinch of black pepper (optional)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Combine coconut milk and ginger slices in a small saucepan over medium heat. Warm gently until steaming but not boiling, approximately 3 to 4 minutes to allow infusion.
02 - Remove from heat, strain out ginger slices, and return the infused milk to the saucepan.
03 - Whisk matcha powder with 2 to 3 tablespoons of hot (not boiling) water in a small bowl until smooth and frothy.
04 - Incorporate the matcha mixture, maple syrup or honey, turmeric, black pepper, and vanilla extract into the warm coconut milk, whisking to blend thoroughly.
05 - Return the mixture to low heat and whisk until hot and frothy without boiling.
06 - Pour into mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a dusting of matcha powder or cinnamon.