Tropical Matcha Mango Cloud

Written By Adrienne Etkin

Layered and lush | a hydrating tropical base crowned with whipped mango cream and pure Admari Matcha

Part tonic, part treat, the Tropical Matcha Mango Cloud is a study in contrast: earthy matcha layered beneath a golden, mango-rich cream. Coconut water adds hydration and clarity, while the foamed top brings indulgence and lift. The drink looks like a tropical sunrise — and tastes like pure Miami.

Yield

Makes 2 drinks (about 7–8 oz each)
Scale as desired. Foam can be made up to 24 hours ahead and re-whipped before serving.

Glassware: Chai glass (8 oz)

Ingredients:

Matcha Layer

  • 2 g Admari Matcha

  • 2 oz hot water (190°F)

Yield: 2 oz concentrated matcha (1 oz per drink)

Mango Cloud Foam

  • 1 oz Black Mango Syrup (black tea, mango purée, cane sugar)

  • 1 oz mango purée

  • 1 oz sweetened condensed milk

  • 1 oz heavy cream

Yield: ~4 oz foam (about 2 oz per drink)

Coconut Base

  • 3.5 oz coconut water per drink

  • Ice

Optional Garnish

  • Dried mango slice

  • Toasted coconut

  • Edible flower

Instructions

Step 1: Whisk the Matcha

  1. In a small bowl, whisk 2 g Admari Matcha with 2 oz hot water (190°F) until fully dissolved and frothy.

  2. Set aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 2: Make the Mango Cloud Foam

  1. In a mixing cup, combine Black Mango Syrup, mango purée, condensed milk, and heavy cream.

  2. Froth with a handheld mixer or whisk until soft peaks form — it should be thick enough to spoon but still glossy and pourable.

  3. Chill until ready to use. Re-whip lightly before serving if needed.

Step 3: Assemble the Drink

  1. Fill each chai glass with ice.

  2. Pour 3.5 oz coconut water into each glass.

  3. Gently pour 1 oz cooled matcha over the coconut water to form the lower layer.

  4. Spoon 2 oz of Mango Cloud Foam on top.

  5. Finish with a garnish of dried mango, toasted coconut, or an edible flower.

Serving Note

The drink should form a striking three-layer gradient: clear coconut water, emerald matcha, and a golden mango cloud. As the layers mingle, it shifts from clean and vegetal to creamy and tropical — a meditative pour turned indulgent.

Adrienne Etkin

Adrienne Etkin is the founder of Admari Brands and a passionate tea person with a rich background in hospitality and beverage culture. Introduced to tea by her grandmothers, Adrienne's love of the leaf deepened as she navigated the world of hospitality, eventually opening her first tea shop in 2007. Her journey is marked by a deep spiritual connection to tea, influenced by her experiences with yoga. Through Modern Tea Culture, Adrienne explores tea’s history, culture, and evolving rituals. She is currently developing projects that bring Modern Tea Culture to a wider audience, including short-form media, a book-in-progress, and a documentary that tells the evolving story of tea in America.

https://admaritea.com
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