Emerald City — Seattle

Name: Emerald City — Seattle
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ceremonial-grade matcha; 1 oz warm water; 3 oz pear juice (or blend 1 ripe pear); 0.5 oz honey syrup; 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice; 2 oz sparkling water; Ice cubes; Pear slice, for garnish

A deep green matcha and pear drink — Seattle's coffee culture meets Pacific Northwest nature for the World Cup.

Recipe guidanceClear ingredients, preparation steps, serving yield, and optional swaps for home mixing.

Prep time

5 min

Total time

5 min

Serves

Difficulty

Easy

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seattle world-cup host-city matcha pear green

Bright & refreshing

A balanced alcohol-free drink built around real citrus and fruit flavor.

Simple ingredients

Easy-to-find ingredients and an approachable home-bar method.

Perfect for occasions

Made for an everyday treat, dinner party, or celebratory pour.

Ingredients

Makes 1 serving. Ingredient quantities update with the selected batch size.

1 teaspoon ceremonial-grade matcha
1 oz warm water
3 oz pear juice (or blend 1 ripe pear)
0.5 oz honey syrup
0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
2 oz sparkling water
Ice cubes
Pear slice, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Prepare the glass
Whisk matcha with 1 oz warm water until smooth and lump-free.
2
Build the drink
Let the matcha cool slightly.
3
Add the finishing touch
In a tall glass, combine matcha, pear juice, honey syrup, and lemon juice. Stir well.
4
Garnish & serve
Fill with ice.
5
Garnish & serve
Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
6
Garnish & serve
Garnish with a thin pear slice.
7
Garnish & serve
Serve immediately — the deep green color is gorgeous.

Recipe Tips

Ceremonial-grade matcha is smoother and less bitter than culinary-grade — worth the upgrade for drinks.
Whisking matcha in warm water first prevents lumps in the cold drink.
For a creamier version, use oat milk instead of sparkling water.

Make It Your Own

For a crowd: Batch the main flavor base by country, keep carbonation separate, and label pitchers so guests can sample more than one team drink.

Easy swaps: Use a fruit or tea in the same color family when a regional ingredient is unavailable. Use lemon or lime based on what best fits the drink's flavor direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I serve several team drinks at one party?

Yes. Use smaller glasses or tasting portions so guests can try multiple countries.

How do I make colors more vivid?

Use clear ice, transparent glassware, and garnish that reinforces the team's palette.

Recipe by

Larry Leo

Recipe guidance

Clear ingredients, preparation steps, serving yield, and optional swaps for home mixing. Check the ingredient list, substitution guidance, and dietary labels before serving.

Recipe record updated: August 26, 2026

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