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The Type Of Matcha Used At Dutch Bros Might Disappoint You - Tasting Table
Customers and Dutch Bros baristas alike were disappointed to discover the chain does not use any type of matcha powder, but instead syrup.
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Social Media Influencer Malia Elaine Offers Critical Review of Dutch Bros' New Matcha Lattes
Los Angeles, CA Social media personality Malia Elaine recently shared her highly anticipated review of Dutch Bros' newly launched matcha lattes, specifically the lavender and strawberry variations. In a video uploaded on May 12, 2025, Elaine, a self-described "matcha girly through and through," offered a candid assessment of the popular coffee chain's latest beverage additions. Upon first glance, Elaine expressed reservations, noting the drinks "don't look too promising" and appeared "curdling." She began her taste test with the lavender matcha, a flavor she was "most excited to try." After stirring, she observed the color was "still pretty nice." Her initial sip revealed a prominent lavender flavor, with the matcha being "very subtle." She stated, "I would want an extra shot of matcha." Elaine characterized the drink as "very sweet" and "light," not "dense and creamy and thick and rich." She rated it a 6 out of 10 on a "matcha scale" but a 7.5 out of 10 as a "good drink." Moving on to the strawberry matcha, which was recommended by a Dutch Bros employee, Elaine again noted a concerning appearance, saying, "this color is scaring me." After tasting, she concluded, "It's really just like watered down matcha." She elaborated that the matcha flavor "gets lost in the mix," describing it as "a really good strawberry milk with like matcha sprinkled on top." Elaine suggested that Dutch Bros needs to "get their proportions right," speculating they might be pre-mixing matcha powder with water in large jugs, leading to an inconsistent and diluted flavor. She gave the strawberry matcha a 5 out of 10 on the matcha scale and a 7 out of 10 as a general drink. Elaine concluded her review by directly addressing Dutch Bros, stating, "Dutch Bros, call me. I know how we can take this to the next level," implying a desire to collaborate on improving their matcha offerings. The video has garnered significant attention, with viewers sharing their own experiences and criticisms of the new Dutch Bros matcha.
