In case you haven’t noticed (how?), matcha has seen a massive rise in popularity worldwide, but most especially here in the Philippines, where so many have started drinking it and sharing their love for the tea. And now, there’s a new cafe you can visit around the metro to satisfy your daily green tea fix. Malaysian beverage brand Forest Cloud has officially opened its doors, introducing its signature six-gram matcha lattes and playful flavor creations to the Philippines.

Known for its philosophy of “Feet on the ground, head in the clouds,” Forest Cloud blends carefully sourced ingredients and traditional craftsmanship with fun, unexpected twists, according to founder Aw Kai Ho. So if you’re looking for a fun twist to your usual matcha, here’s what you can expect at the newly opened Forest Cloud store in Manila:

Forest Cloud’s six-gram matcha drinks

If you like your green tea strong, Forest Cloud uses six grams in every cup of matcha latte they serve, delivering a rich, pronounced umami flavor that holds its own against milk.

What milk does Forest Cloud use?

Forest Cloud crafted a special house milk blend of dairy and oat milk for a rich, creamy mouthfeel with a subtle malty note.

If you have dietary preferences, separate oat-milk and coconut-milk options are also readily available.

They also make their mochi in-house, so you know it’s fresh!

What are Forest Cloud’s House Originals?

The Malaysian cafe’s menu features six House Originals built around contrasting flavors and soft, chewy textures:

Forest Cloud

The brand’s aesthetic namesake signature pairs a rich, nutty matcha latte base with a velvety blue butterfly pea cream topping that mimics a cloud suspended over a lush forest.

Strawberry Matcha

A vibrant, multi-layered treat that balances sweet and savory notes. It pairs a ripe strawberry base with rich, umami-forward matcha, loaded with soft, chewy rice mochi at the bottom and crowned with their signature salted cream cloud.

Matcha Mochi

Crafted for texture enthusiasts, this one contrasts bold, high-grade matcha with smooth, chewy rice mochi, all mellowed by a rich layer of salted cream cloud.

Golden Oat

This drink is a warm, decadent option featuring velvety sea salt caramel blended with oat milk, topped with a thick layer of whipped matcha cream for a sweet, malty, and slightly savory finish.

Coco Cloud

Inspired by the beloved buko of the Philippines, this drink is a light and ultra-refreshing beverage that pairs crisp, naturally sweet pure coconut water with a floated layer of dense matcha cream on top.

Coco Mochi

Another buko-inspired beverage, this one is a tropical, dessert-like drink that layers rich coconut milk with soft, bite-sized rice mochi, all finished with a bold, velvety cap of matcha cream.

What other drinks does Forest Cloud offer?

Aside from its House Originals, Forest Cloud also offers simple matcha lattes in its powder options: Ran (PHP 190), Yun (PHP 250), and An (PHP 290).

If you like something pure, Forest Cloud also offers traditional clear matcha, available in two powder options: Yun (PHP 180) and An (PHP 220). They also have a Coco Usucha (PHP 230), which is Yun powder with coconut water.

If you prefer hojicha, you can try their Mu Hojicha Latte (PHP 190), Oat Hojicha (PHP 220), or Coco Hojicha (PHP 220).

And if you’re bringing a friend who isn’t into matcha, Forest Cloud also have classic espresso picks: Americano (PHP 150), Café Latte (PHP 200), Oat Latte (PHP 230), and Coco Latte (PHP 230).

Do they sell matcha powders?

Yes, they do! The matcha powders they use for the beverages they serve are also available for purchase at the cafe. Currently, they have the following powders for sale, with prices ranging from PHP 1,180 to 5,480, depending on how many grams the pack is:

• Ran matcha
• Yun matcha
• An matcha
• Mu hojicha

Where is Forest Cloud located in the Philippines?

You can find Forest Cloud’s first store in the Philippines at Units L104 & L105, Ground Floor, Greenhills Mall, San Juan City. The cafe is open during mall hours.

For more updates, follow them on @forestcloud.ph on Instagram.

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