How to Make a Matcha Latte 10x Better, According to Serena Williams

It's been a big summer for sports. Two weeks after the conclusion of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games , it's already time for the U.S. Open. Star tennis players like Novak Djokovic , Coco Gauff , Carlos Alcaraz and Naomi Osaka have flocked to the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, NY where, for the next two weeks they'll serve, hit, grunt, jump and compete for victory. Fans will flock to watch and enjoy a Honey Deuce cocktail —or three.

While what happens on the court makes for electrifying entertainment, what the athletes do and eat off the court can bring just as much (if not more) heat and excitement...I mean, have you seen Challengers ? Tennis players! They can dance to Nelly and eat churros like no other!

Someone who has given tennis fans (pro and semi-pro) something to talk about for years is none other than Serena Williams . Not only is she revered as one of the best tennis players in the world with 23 grand slam titles to her name, but she has also cemented her legacy as an entrepreneur, philanthropist and lifestyle influencer . We recently learned about her simple matcha latte recipe and it takes a classic green tea and milk drink into something next-level, just like Serena herself. Serena Williams shared that when she makes matcha, she adds cinnamon .

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What Does Cinnamon Add to Matcha Lattes?

Incorporating a dash of ground cinnamon gives a creamy, earthy matcha latte a subtle kick of warming spice. What's more, cinnamon helps balance out blood sugar levels and reduce inflammation while matcha provides a more sustainable caffeinated buzz. Whether you're training like Serena for a match or powering through your workday, combining the two in one functional drink can help you stay energized until you hit the bed at night. You can't really say that about coffee .

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How to Make a Matcha Latte with Cinnamon

To have a matcha latte like Serena Williams, whisk matcha powder with hot water until combined and frothy. Add in a cup of your milk of choice (Serena likes coconut milk , but cow , almond and oat milk would all work here too) and a splash of lemon juice. Once you've made the matcha latte, sprinkle some ground cinnamon on top of the drink. Enjoy straight away or add ice if you prefer an iced latte .

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