My Matcha Girl Morning Routine
Everything I use every single day for the most perfectly smooth, creamy, ice-cold iced vanilla matcha latte - plus the slow morning habits that make it all worth it.
I am going to be completely honest with you. Six weeks ago I thought matcha was just a trend. One of those things people drink because it looks good on their Instagram story. Then I tried it. And I replaced my morning coffee overnight and haven't looked back since.
I am now on a full subscription for my matcha powder. That is how committed I am.
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Why I Ditched My Morning Coffee for My Matcha Latte
I'll be honest, when it comes to matcha vs coffee - I was sceptical. I've been a morning coffee drinker for most of my life and the idea of replacing it felt like a big deal. But after about a week of switching to matcha every morning, I genuinely didn't miss it.
So when it comes to matcha vs coffee, here's why matcha is such a good swap:
No crash. Coffee gives you a big spike of caffeine followed by the inevitable slump about an hour later. Matcha releases its caffeine much more slowly thanks to an amino acid called L-theanine, which smooths out the whole experience. Calm, focused energy rather than a jittery buzz.
Less anxiety. L-theanine is linked to reduced stress and improved focus - which means you get the alertness without the wired, on-edge feeling that coffee can sometimes trigger, especially on an empty stomach.
Packed with antioxidants. Matcha is rich in catechins - a type of antioxidant linked to supporting metabolism, reducing inflammation and skin health. The fact that my powder also has collagen in it feels like a lovely bonus on top.
It slows you down. You can't rush a good iced matcha latte. And in a world that constantly tells us to go faster, there's something really intentional about starting your morning with something that asks you to pause. Very soft girl era.
My Slow Morning Matcha Girl Routine
But it's not just about the drink. It's about what happens around the drink. My slow matcha morning has genuinely become my favourite part of the day. Eye masks on, planner open, no rushing, no scrolling, just me and my iced vanilla matcha latte in my little ribbed glass cup.
This is everything I use - the actual products, in the actual order I use them, with my honest thoughts on all of it. I've also put together a full shoppable list over on Benable and an Amazon idea list so you can grab everything in one place.
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The Iced Vanilla Matcha Latte - Everything I Use
Let me walk you through exactly how I make it, with links to everything. This is the recipe that replaced my morning coffee and I genuinely look forward to making it every single day.
Reformed Vanilla Collagen Matcha Powder
This is the one. I started with this specific powder because it has collagen in it, which felt like a nice little bonus for the skin, and the vanilla flavour means I don't need as much syrup. I am now on a subscription for this because I go through it quickly.
It blends really smoothly, doesn't have that grassy flavour that some matcha powders have, and the vanilla is subtle rather than overpowering. Genuinely obsessed.
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Oatly Barista Oat Milk
I won't use another oat milk. I've tried them all. This one froths properly, doesn't split in cold drinks, and has that creamy barista quality that makes the latte actually feel like something from a coffee shop. I buy it in the six-pack because I go through it fast.
Monin Sugar-Free Vanilla Syrup
I have a sweet tooth, which is something I've just accepted about myself. I add a little extra vanilla hit with this sugar-free syrup and I've been buying it for years - originally for iced coffees and smoothies. It's the kind of thing you buy once and then just keep buying forever.
Maestri House Milk Frother
This froths my matcha latte to a perfectly smooth, creamy texture in about thirty seconds. I use it every single morning. It's rechargeable which is a big deal because I have zero patience for anything that requires batteries. Worth every penny.
Large Silicone Square Ice Cube Tray
I cannot stand small ice cubes. They melt instantly and water down the whole drink. I switched to these big chunky square ice cubes and it completely changed the experience. The iced matcha stays cold and creamy for so much longer. Sounds like a small thing but it really isn't.
Also the fact that this is silicone, means its super easy to actually get the ice cube out.
Ribbed Glass Tumbler with Lid and Straw
I use this cup every single day and it gives me what I can only describe as aesthetic satisfaction every single time. I know that sounds dramatic but it really does. Something about drinking your iced matcha out of a beautiful glass just makes the whole routine feel more intentional. This one comes in a two-pack which is great because I gave one to my husband.
🛒 Shop the Ribbed Glass Tumbler 2-Pack on Amazon
What I Do Whilst Sipping My Matcha
This is the part that turns a morning drink into an actual slow morning ritual. Whilst my matcha is going down, I do three things. Under-eye masks on, planner open, sometimes journaling. That's the whole routine. It sounds simple because it is.
Grace & Stella Under-Eye Masks
I bought the mega box of these and I love having a set on whilst I'm journaling or planning my day with my matcha latte. They're cooling, they feel properly luxurious, and they're one of those things that makes you feel like you've done something nice for yourself first thing in the morning. Which you have.
Productivity Planner
I use this planner every single day without fail. I mean it when I say it is the reason I am in the most productive era of my life. I open it every morning with my matcha, look at what I've got planned, and it sets the tone for the whole day. It's undated which means you can start it at any point without feeling like you've wasted pages. Genuinely one of the best things I own.
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Obsessed with Manifesting Journal
I've been committed to morning journaling for over 21 days now and I genuinely think writing down your goals every day helps. The manifestation prompts in this journal are wonderful and it's become a really grounding part of my morning. I sit with my matcha, put my eye masks on, and just write. Ten minutes maximum. It changes everything about how the rest of the day goes.
This one is on my Benable list - grab it there alongside everything else in this routine.
Other Matcha Flavours on My To-Try List
Reformed also do a whole range of other collagen matcha flavours, and I am very excited to try them. These are all on my list:
🥥 Reformed Coconut Matcha Powder - On my subscription shortlist. Coconut matcha sounds like summer in a glass.
🍓 Reformed Strawberry Matcha Powder - That strawberry matcha trend is everywhere, and I fully intend to try it.
🫐 Reformed Blueberry Matcha Powder - Honestly, this one might be next.
Shop the Full Routine in One Place 🛒
I've put together two easy ways to shop for everything in this post:
🛒 My ‘Matcha Girl Morning Routine’ Benable list has everything in one shoppable place, broken down into sections so you can find exactly what you need: View the Benable list here 🍵
🛒 My ‘Matcha Girl Morning Routine’ Amazon idea list has all the Amazon products ready to add straight to your basket: View the Amazon list here ✨
This routine genuinely changed my mornings, and I don't say that lightly. I'm someone who spent years prioritising coffee, rushing, skipping breakfast, feeling like I was always catching up. The slow matcha morning forces me to pause for an hour before the day starts, and everything just feels better because of it.
I'm currently documenting building a brand new Pinterest account from scratch - it's called Project Zero - and this matcha morning routine is actually the lifestyle that inspired the whole account. Soft living, slow mornings, the kind of life that doesn't feel like it needs a holiday from.
If you want to follow along with Project Zero, come and find me on TikTok at @digital.priestess - I'm sharing every step of the journey. And if you want the full behind-the-scenes, all the resources and replays are inside the Social Search Club.
Happy slow mornings, x Hannah x