
There’s something magical about the moment when earthy matcha meets the delicate floral notes of lavender. Our Lavender Matcha Cloud brings together these complementary flavors in a drink that’s as beautiful as it is delicious—and it showcases everything we love about our Organic Dairy Products.
This creation starts with our minimally processed 2% Organic Milk, which provides the perfect creamy base without overwhelming the delicate botanical flavors. The real star, however, is our rich Organic Whipping Cream, whipped with matcha powder into fluffy, jade-colored clouds that float atop the drink like morning mist over a pasture.
Why our Organic Milk Makes All the Difference
When you’re working with flavors as nuanced as lavender and matcha, every ingredient matters. Our organic dairy products—gently vat pasteurized at low temperatures and never homogenized—retain their natural structure and clean, pure taste. This means the subtle sweetness of our grass-fed milk won’t compete with the lavender’s floral notes, and our whipping cream whips up into perfectly stable, naturally sweet clouds that complement rather than mask the earthy complexity of quality matcha.
The difference comes from our small family farm partners who practice regenerative farming. Their pasture-raised, grass-fed cows produce milk with a naturally rich flavor profile that requires minimal processing to taste incredible. When you start with milk this good, you don’t need to add much to create something extraordinary.
The Perfect Balance
What makes this drink special is the interplay of temperatures and textures. The cold, lavender-infused milk provides a refreshing floral base, while the airy matcha cloud adds richness and that distinctive green tea earthiness. Each sip delivers layers of flavor—the initial sweetness of lavender, followed by the creamy richness of our organic dairy, finishing with matcha’s pleasant, slightly bitter notes.
Our Organic 2% Milk is now available at Sprouts Farmers Markets!
Recipe: Lavender Matcha Cloud
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Lavender simple syrup
- Kalona SuperNatural 2% Milk
- Kalona SuperNatural Whipping Cream
- High-quality matcha powder
Instructions:
- Fill your glass with ice, add a generous splash of lavender simple syrup, and top with our 2% milk. Stir gently to combine.
- In a separate jar or bowl, whisk together our whipping cream and matcha powder until the mixture becomes fluffy and holds soft peaks. The natural richness of our Almost Raw cream means it whips beautifully without any additives.
- Using a spoon, gently float your matcha cloud on top of the lavender milk. The contrast between the pale lavender milk and vibrant green cloud is as stunning as it is delicious.
- Dust with a final sprinkle of matcha powder for that picture-perfect finish.
A Drink Worth Savoring
The Lavender Matcha Cloud isn’t just a beverage—it’s a moment of mindfulness in your day. The ritual of whisking the matcha cloud, the visual beauty of the layered drink, and the complex flavor profile all invite you to slow down and savor something truly special.
When you choose Kalona SuperNatural, you’re not just getting exceptional dairy products. You’re supporting regenerative farming practices, small family farms, and a commitment to minimal processing that lets the natural goodness of grass-fed milk shine through. In every sip of this Lavender Matcha Cloud, you can taste the difference that Almost Raw makes.
Try this recipe at home and share your creations with us on social media. We love seeing how our Almost Raw dairy brings your culinary creativity to life.
PrintLavender Matcha Cloud
Ingredients
- Ice
- Lavender simple syrup
- Kalona SuperNatural 2% Milk
- Kalona SuperNatural Whipping Cream
- High-quality matcha powder
Instructions
- Fill your glass with ice, add a generous splash of lavender simple syrup, and top with our 2% milk. Stir gently to combine.
- In a separate jar or bowl, whisk together our whipping cream and matcha powder until the mixture becomes fluffy and holds soft peaks. The natural richness of our Almost Raw cream means it whips beautifully without any additives.
- Using a spoon, gently float your matcha cloud on top of the lavender milk. The contrast between the pale lavender milk and vibrant green cloud is as stunning as it is delicious.
- Dust with a final sprinkle of matcha powder for that picture-perfect finish.
