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Overview
Lamplighters leans into seasonal, creative syrup pairings for their matcha — think sage, lavender, and rotating herbal additions. The roastery roots mean coffee is the star, but the specialty matcha drinks are worth exploring if you're in an adventurous mood. Flavor-forward, herbal, and decidedly sweet.
Must Try
Summer Sage Matcha Latte — herbal, sweet, and surprisingly good
Matcha Menu
Insider Tip
The seasonal specials are the reason to come — the classic matcha is fine but the creative pairings are where Lamplighters actually distinguishes itself. If you want stronger matcha flavor, ask them to double the matcha powder.
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What People Are Saying
"Summer Sage Matcha Latte with oat milk — sweet, herbal, decent color. Didn't get enough matcha flavor through the sage, but I'd go back to try another syrup. 6/10."
— Gill Jinnell
"The rotating seasonal lattes are always interesting here. Lamplighters puts real thought into their specialty drinks."
Brew Matcha at Home
Love what Lamplighters is doing with matcha? Here are the tools to recreate it at home.
Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powder
The grade most RVA cafes use
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Chasen + bowl + scoop
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