The Matcha Martini Is 2025’s Worst Idea (So Far)

Cocktails Are Now “Intentional” and “Spiritual.” Please Make It Stop

I read an article recently on Chowhound, the culinary site for people who think brunch is a personality trait, and that using sea salt instead of table salt makes them interesting. The headline read: “Move Over Espresso. Matcha Martinis Are Here To Steal The Spotlight.”

And right away, my brain threw a red flag. Why does espresso have to move over? It’s …