Miso Caramel Hojicha Latte Recipe: Creamy Roasted Tea Treat

Welcome to our miso caramel hojicha latte recipe!

This year we’ve been experimenting with café-style drinks you can make at home. Preparing a comforting beverage is a simple act of self-care and a nice way to break up the workday while you check email or write. It also saves money compared to buying drinks out.

A miso caramel hojicha latte is a smoky, nutty, and sweet tea latte made in minutes using cold-brewed hojicha, a miso caramel sauce, and creamy milk.

This latte is easy to prepare, requires minimal hands-on time, and delivers a rich, indulgent flavor that feels special while remaining a healthier alternative to many coffee-shop options.

Below we show how to make this refreshing drink at home using our Quick and Easy Miso Caramel Sauce recipe.

Keep reading to learn how to make this delicious miso caramel hojicha latte.

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What is Hojicha?

Hojicha is a Japanese green tea made from leaves harvested late in the season. The leaves are roasted at high temperature, which transforms them into brown, needle-like leaves and creates a warm, toasty aroma.

When steeped, hojicha yields a deep amber cup with a rich, roasted flavor and relatively low caffeine. It’s available both as loose leaf and in powdered form and is commonly used to flavor lattes and other beverages.

For this recipe we used loose-leaf hojicha; use whichever form you prefer or have on hand.

What does a miso caramel hojicha latte taste like?

This latte balances smoky, nutty hojicha with buttery, sweet caramel and a touch of savory umami from miso. The result is a layered, comforting beverage: roasted notes from the tea, creamy richness from the milk, and a complex sweetness from the miso caramel.

You can make your own miso caramel for the fullest flavor, or use a quality store-bought caramel if you prefer.

Why you should make a miso caramel hojicha latte at home!

Easy to make. A few minutes of prep and an overnight or short cold brew is all you need to enjoy this drink.

Saves money. Homemade lattes cost much less than café versions and you can enjoy them whenever you like.

Customizable. Make it sweeter, creamier, or more tea-forward depending on your taste. You control the ingredients, avoiding artificial flavors and excessive sugar.

Adding homemade miso caramel brings depth and umami you don’t usually get from store-bought syrups.

Tools we used

We cold brewed our hojicha in a carafe with an infuser. Any pitcher or carafe with an infuser will work well for cold brew tea.

Use what you have on hand for straining and storing; the process is flexible and forgiving.

How to store and keep your homemade latte

Store the cold-brewed hojicha and the miso caramel separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.

Cold-brewed hojicha (with leaves removed) will keep in the fridge for up to four days. Miso caramel stored in an airtight container can last up to a month refrigerated.

Assemble your latte just before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Cold Brewed Hojicha

• 6 tsp loose leaf hojicha
• 1 qt water

Miso Caramel Hojicha Latte

• 1 tbsp miso caramel sauce (or to taste)
• 1 part cold brewed hojicha
• 1 part milk of choice
• Ice

Recipe

Cold Brew Hojicha

1. Combine loose-leaf hojicha and water in a carafe or pitcher with an infuser.
2. Refrigerate for 2–8 hours. Brew for about 2 hours for a light cup or up to 8 hours for a stronger brew. Remove the leaves before storing or serving.

Assemble the Latte

1. Drizzle miso caramel along the bottom and sides of a glass.
2. Add ice, then pour in milk and cold-brewed hojicha in equal parts (or adjust to taste). Stir gently to combine, and taste to see if you want more caramel or tea strength.

Final Thoughts

This miso caramel hojicha latte offers a pleasing mix of smoky tea, nutty tones, and sweet-savory caramel. Once your cold brew is ready, assembling the latte takes only a few minutes.

Try other beverage recipes on the blog for more café-style drinks you can easily make at home.

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