Dunkin' Iced Matcha Lemonade Copycat Recipe (Spring Limited)
Dunkin' jumped on the matcha trend with this citrus twist! 🍃🍋 The earthy matcha with tart lemonade is surprisingly refreshing. It's like green tea arnold palmer but make it trendy. Perfect for spring weather when you want something light and energizing.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- ice cubes 1 cup
- cold water 0.75 cup
- lemon juice (freshly squeezed preferred) 0.25 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
- culinary grade matcha powder (sifted) 2 tsp
- simple syrup 1.5 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
27 g
98%
Protein
1 g
4%
Fat
0 g
0%
Cooking steps
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1
Add 2 tsp sifted culinary grade matcha powder to a small bowl or glass. Pour in 2 tbsp cold water and whisk thoroughly using a bamboo whisk or small frother until smooth and no clumps remain. (Dunkin' tip: Sifting and fully dissolving matcha prevents any chalky texture, mimicking the smooth sips Dunkin' delivers.)
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2
Add 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice and 1.5 tbsp simple syrup to a large glass. Stir together to blend.
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3
Fill the serving glass with 1 cup ice cubes, pour in 0.75 cup cold water, and add the lemon-syrup mixture. Stir to chill and combine.
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4
Slowly pour the prepared matcha over the lemonade base, creating a gentle layered effect. (Dunkin' tip: Pouring matcha last gives you that signature color split and visual appeal seen in Dunkin's in-store drinks.)
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5
Gently swirl to combine fully, or leave visually separated for café-style presentation. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding extra simple syrup if needed. Serve immediately with a wide straw or tall spoon.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Does this actually taste like Dunkin'?
Yes! This recipe uses sifted culinary matcha, a fresh lemonade base, and follows Dunkin's preparation method—layering freshly mixed matcha over lemonade for that signature color and smooth, balanced flavor. The result is bright, earthy, and sweet-tart, just like ordering at Dunkin'.
Q. Do I need special equipment for this?
No, you can whisk your matcha with a bamboo whisk, frother, or even a regular fork—just be sure to dissolve all clumps for a smooth drink. The rest only requires a glass and a spoon, so it's easy to make at home.
Q. Can I make this less sweet or use sugar-free syrup?
Definitely! Adjust the simple syrup amount in step 2 for your preferred sweetness, or use a sugar-free alternative. You can also swap in bottled lemon juice or flavor with lime for a twist. All other ingredient ratios stay the same.
Q. How many calories are in this Dunkin' Iced Matcha Lemonade copycat?
One homemade serving has about 110 kcal, with 27g carbohydrates (98%), 1g protein (4%), and virtually 0g fat. This is similar to the calories and balance in Dunkin's medium version.
Q. How much does it cost to make this at home versus ordering at Dunkin'?
Homemade costs are around $1–$1.50 per serving using matcha powder, lemon, and syrup from your kitchen, compared to $3–$4 at Dunkin', so you can enjoy the same trendy flavor for half the price or less.
