Are you familiar with matcha? It’s a fine powder of green tea, made from tea leaves that have been grown in the shade. This growing method gives the tea leaves their iconic bright green colour and strong flavour. Although most of the world’s matcha is produced in Japan, it originated from China, and is now a very popular ingredient in many foods and drinks.
We’ve rounded up 10 of our favourite matcha drinks that you absolutely have to try — so you won’t feel FOMO!
1. Habit Matchabar
“Not your usual salad and matcha bar” is Habit’s slogan. While their main focus is on grain and salad bowls with fresh and healthy ingredients, they also have a Matchabar where you can choose from an assortment of matcha drinks. There are 2 outlets – one at 12 Gopeng Street, and another at 7 Holland Village Way.
Habit’s Matchabar includes straight matcha in the form of the Matchamericano (S$5.50), and the classic Matcha Latte (S$6.50). For the more adventurous, there’s the Coco Matcha (S$7), which combines matcha with refreshing coconut water. Those who are fans of sweeter renditions can try the Iced Strawberry Matcha (S$8.50), and the Holland Village outlet’s exclusive Banana Bread Matcha (S$9.50), which combines homemade banana pudding and Biscoff crumbs with thick and creamy matcha. The Banana Bread Matcha is only available in limited quantities as well.
For detailed information on Habit’s outlets and opening hours, click here.
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2. HAUS Coffee
HAUS Coffee would be what one would call a “hidden gem”, because it’s quite literally hidden inside a thrift store, of all places. Located at Golden Mile Tower, HAUS Coffee is inside the Rookies & HAUS Concept Store, which is also home to a vintage clothing store.
Besides serving coffee, HAUS Coffee also has a robust selection of tea, including matcha. They blend whipping cream and sugar into their matcha, creating a thick and creamy consistency that isn’t too cloying or sweet. One of their most viral drinks is the Banana Pudding Matcha (S$9.50). A matcha latte is topped with a decadent banana pudding consisting of a base of sponge cake, custard, whipped cream, fresh banana slices and lots of crunchy Biscoff cookie crumbs. There’s also the crowd favourite, Iced Strawberry Matcha (S$8), which features a tangy strawberry compote base.
6001 Beach Road, Golden Mile Tower, #01-57, Singapore 199589
Daily: 12pm – 8pm
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3. Pretty Good Muffins
Located on Level 2 of Hong Lim Complex is hole-in-the-wall bakery shop Pretty Good Muffins. They opened in Aug 2024, and specialise in affordable (but delicious) muffins. You can also get drinks like brewed tea and chocolate at reasonable prices – matcha drinks are as little as S$4. It’s started by a trio who formerly operated a bouncy castle business – not the kind of people you’d expect to venture into F&B.
The Banana Pudding Matcha (S$5.90) features ceremonial-grade matcha whisked thoroughly before being combined with milk, then topped with homemade banana pudding. The matcha is smooth and fragrant, while the banana pudding isn’t too sweet and comes with fruit and biscuits layered into it for a rich, cake-like texture. For those who want just pure matcha, there’s also a normal Matcha Latte (S$4.50 Hot, S$4.80 Iced).
531 Upper Cross Street, Hong Lim Complex, #02-57B, Singapore 050531
+65 9235 9772
Mon to Fri: 10.30am – 5.30pm
Sat: 11am – 3pm
Closed on Sun
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4. Mad Roaster
Mad Roaster at Amoy Street Food Centre isn’t just your usual hawker coffee stall – they sell solid coffees and drinks, and a part of the proceeds from every cup sold goes to refugees in Asia. Founded by Madeline Chan in 2022, the idea for the stall came about when her work as a part-time lawyer saw her helping refugees apply for asylum in Thailand. She juggles her lawyer job along with the hawker duties at her stall. The brand also has 2 other outlets located at the National Heart Centre and Depot Road.
Mad Roaster uses first-flush matcha powder from Nisho, Japan. The matcha is prepared using the very first tencha leaves plucked during the harvesting period, and the resulting matcha is of a much higher quality. The Matcha Latte (S$4.40) is rich, earthy and smooth, with a touch of sweetness from the milk. If you ever need a solid cup of matcha at wallet-friendly prices, make Mad Roaster’s your go-to.
For detailed information on Mad Roaster’s outlets and opening hours, click here.
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5. Sweedy Patisserie
Nestled in a quiet Hougang neighbourhood is Sweedy Patisserie. It’s a little out of the way since you need to take a bus ride from Hougang MRT, but this cosy cafe with a warm ambience is a heaven for matcha lovers. They don’t just have drinks – there’s an entire menu filled with sweet and savoury matcha items. Think crispy matcha waffles topped with gelato and matcha kunafa, and matcha grilled cheese. Yes, you read that right – matcha grilled cheese.
The Banana Pudding Matcha (S$9.80) is a banana lovers dream in a cup. Earthy matcha is paired with generous dollops of homemade banana pudding, featuring a cake base, vanilla custard, whipped cream, plenty of banana slices and Biscoff crumbs. The matcha is not too sweet or thick, and goes great with the pudding. Stir the drink up well for the best of both worlds.
377 Hougang Street 32, Hougang Rivercourt, #01-32, Singapore 530377
+65 9436 8160
Wed to Fri: 12pm – 6pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 7pm
Closed on Mon & Tue
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6. Cornershop
Cafe-style drinks, but at a hawker stall? More common than you think! Located at 50A Marine Terrace Market, Cornershop is one of the newest kids on the block to offer trendy drinks that you’d normally only find in a cafe at wallet-friendly prices. For a hawker stall, they have a pretty extensive selection of drinks: Coffee, fizzes, and different kinds of matcha and kombucha.
The Strawberry Matcha (S$7) is one of their most popular drinks, and it’s easy to see why. Ceremonial grade matcha (which is impressive for a hawker stall!) is used, and there’s a layer of homemade strawberry compote at the bottom. The price point also puts Cornershop’s version as one of the more affordable options around. Other matcha drinks include the Dirty Matcha (S$6.50 iced), which has matcha, coffee, fresh milk, condensed milk and brown sugar, and the Matcha Fizz (S$5), which is a fascinating combination of tonic water and matcha.
50A Marine Terrace Market, #01-289, Singapore 441050
Wed to Sun: 10am – 2pm
Closed Mon & Tue
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7. Creamie Sippies
Customisable matcha drinks in huge 500ml cups with the option to add creamy foam? If that caught your attention, then you’ll want to check out Creamie Sippies. Located under a HDB block at Jalan Bukit Merah, this takeaway spot has an adorable aesthetic with a capybara happily sipping on a drink. The nearest MRT is Commonwealth, and since it’s in the heart of a residential area, you’ll need to bus in.
There are customisations for sugar level, type of matcha, milk, and ice amount for Creamie Sippies’ offerings. Each drink is S$8.90, which might seem steep at first, but with each cup sized at 500ml, it’s actually quite worthwhile. The Strawberry Matcha Latte is on the lighter side as far as matcha goes, so if you’re a matcha beginner, this is a great drink to start your journey with. The strawberry compote is also homemade, adding sweetness and fruity tang to the drink.
7 Jalan Bukit Merah, #01-4432, Singapore 150007
+65 9833 4535
Mon to Fri: 10.30am – 7.30pm
Sat: 10.30am – 4pm
Closed on Sun
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8. Hello Arigato
Cafe hoppers should be no stranger to Hello Arigato. They are known for their cosy interiors with a Japanese-Scandinavian influence, as well as their super-thicc sandos (sandwiches), shokupan, stuffed doughnuts and assorted bakes. Their Gyu Sando (S$28) in particular has gone pretty viral. Hello Arigato also has several outlets across Singapore, and some even have exclusive dishes.
Hello Arigato’s take on matcha drinks feature in the form of the Matcha Cloud. The Strawberry Matcha Cloud (S$6.60) is a very photogenic drink with soft, fluffy layers of uji matcha foam and strawberry milk, blending together in a gentle gradient. This version is extremely easy to drink, and goes down a treat. Other variations include the Coffee Matcha Cloud (S$6.50), which combines double ristretto shots, milk and uji matcha cold foam. For extra refreshment, consider the Coco Matcha Cloud (S$5), featuring natural coconut water and uji matcha cold foam.
For detailed information on Hello Arigato’s outlets and opening hours, click here.
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9. Spring Coffee
In 2024, strawberry matcha lattes were all the rage, and Spring Coffee was one of the first to hop on the trend. They’re a quaint little cafe with a rustic charm tucked away on level 2 of Hong Lim Complex. They have a variety of matcha lattes and bakes such as brownies and croissants, plus they charge nett prices too. Neat!
The Strawberry Matcha Latte (S$8.50) is an Instagram-worthy concoction of rich, earthy matcha, strawberry milk, and a base of homemade strawberry compote. The strawberry compote is slightly tangy, which helps balance out the drink. Originally meant to be a monthly special, the drink received overwhelming support from Spring Coffee’s patrons, and it became a permanent menu item. They also have an Iced Mango Matcha (S$8.50), and for the matcha purists, the Spring Matcha (S$7.50) presents the tea in all its grassy glory.
531 Upper Cross Street, Hong Lim Complex, #02-60, Singapore 050531
+65 8949 9480
Mon to Fri: 9am – 5pm
Sat: 10am – 6pm
Closed on Sun
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10. Daylight Coffee
Located in Amoy Street Food Centre, Daylight Coffee is owned by a pair of cousins and their mutual friend. Their belief that “people deserve better quality coffee for cheaper” was the main reason they set up shop in a hawker centre instead. They serve up drinks you’d commonly find in a cafe setting, and their menu is fairly extensive. There are various coffees, including several lattes and local kopi.
They have pure Matcha (S$3.50 for hot, S$4/S$5 for iced), Dirty Matcha (S$5 for hot, S$5.50/S$6.50 for iced) and Matcha Latte (S$4 for hot, S$4.50/S$5.50 for iced). The Matcha Latte has a higher milk to matcha ratio, which “softens” the drink and makes it more palatable for those who aren’t used to straight matcha. Prices are also affordable when compared to other places. A good place for a pick-me-up if you’re in the area.
7 Maxwell Road, #02-126, Singapore 069111
Mon to Fri: 7am – 3pm
Sat & Sun: 10.30am – 2.30pm
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