Caffe Nero's "secret is out," and fans are thrilled as the coffee giant has just launched a brand new drink.
The popular chain, renowned for its high-quality coffee and scrumptious pastries, recently introduced a pistachio iced drink and has always been known to offer unique beverages during Christmas and other special occasions.
However, one viral drink had been absent until now. Customers were taken aback when they walked into their local Caffe Nero yesterday and saw matcha items on the menu for the first time.
Coffee and tea enthusiasts have been trading their traditional hot drinks for refreshing matchas. Although it contains some caffeine, matcha has less than black tea or coffee. It's also loaded with antioxidants and is incredibly tasty.
Due to its earthy flavours, it's recommended to pair matcha with a syrup or alternative milk to enhance the taste. Caffe Nero now offers regular matcha on their menu along with two exciting flavours – Vanilla Matcha Latte (hot or iced) or the Strawberry Vanilla Iced Matcha Latte.
Moreover, the matcha used is said to be the same as Blank Street – the viral brand queen of all things matcha.
Customers were "so excited" upon discovering the new additions on the menu and quickly took to social media to share the news with other matcha lovers. One TikTok user exclaimed: "Guys breaking news – I just found out that Caffe Nero does matcha... I wasted no time."
After treating herself to a Strawberry and Vanilla Iced Matcha Latte, she noted: "Colour check – it's looking good. And I saw they use Perfect Ted, which I think is the same as Blank Street and Joe and the Juice."
Another matcha enthusiast, who embarked on a quest in Leeds for the much-discussed drink on Thursday, exclaimed: "Eventful morning trying to get the new Caffe Nero matcha but it was worth it!" Meanwhile another simply stated: "Nero has matcha, I repeat, Nero has matcha."
Jade Cecilia from Glasgow had the distinction of being the first customer to sample a matcha at her local Caffe Nero on Wednesday morning (April 16), declaring: "It's matcha day," followed by a glowing review. "Oh my god, I'm not even over exaggerating. That is so good, it tastes like strawberries and cream. They also use the Perfect Ted, the same as Blank Street. That's made my morning."
In a social media announcement confirming fans' speculations, a Caffe Nero spokesperson said: "The secret is out, matcha is here. Which will you try first? Vanilla Matcha Latte (hot or iced) or the Strawberry Vanilla Iced Matcha Latte.
"Made with premium, organic ceremonial-grade matcha. Order at the bar with your favourite barista and pay via the app to enjoy an extra golden stamp this weekend."
Their Instagram page was abuzz with comments from eager customers with one describing the addition as "It's like pure magic." Another stated: "I need this." "About time!" commented another.