Step 1

Make the strawberry puree. Combine the strawberries, water, sugar, and salt into a high-powered blender. Blend on medium until the mixture is pureed but still slightly thick and chunky (like the texture of applesauce), about 30 seconds.

Step 2

Serve and store. Use immediately or store for later. The strawberry puree will keep, in an airtight jar in the refrigerator, for up to 5 days.

Step 3

Make the matcha. In a small bowl, combine the matcha powder and 1 Tablespoon (0.5 ounces or 14 grams) of the hot water. Whisk vigorously until combined, or until it has the consistency of natural peanut butter or tahini. Pour in the remaining 2 ½ Tablespoons (1.25 ounces or 36 grams) of the hot water and whisk vigorously until any remaining lumps disappear, about 30 seconds.

Step 4

Assemble the strawberry matcha latte. Pour the strawberry puree into a 16-ounce glass. Add the ice, then slowly pour the milk over the ice, aiming for the ice cubes. Finally, slowly pour the matcha over the milk, again aiming for the ice cubes.

Step 5

Serve immediately. Serve immediately with a straw.