Description
A soothing and aromatic Iced Honey Lavender Latte that blends rich espresso, creamy milk, floral lavender syrup, and golden honey for a perfectly refreshing drink with a hint of calm sweetness.
Ingredients
- Whole Milk: 1 cup, adds creaminess and body.
- Honey: 2 tablespoons, brings natural sweetness and a floral undertone.
- Dried Culinary Lavender: 1 tablespoon, infuses the syrup with fragrant notes.
- Water: 1/2 cup, for the syrup base.
- Espresso or Strong Coffee: 2 shots or 1/3 cup, gives the drink its rich depth.
- Ice Cubes: 1 cup, chills and balances the flavors.
- Vanilla Extract: 1/4 teaspoon, rounds out the floral and coffee notes.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Brew espresso or strong coffee while preparing the syrup.
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, add water, honey, and dried lavender. Simmer gently until honey dissolves.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Let the syrup steep for 5 minutes, then strain out lavender buds and cool.
- Assemble the Dish: Fill a tall glass with ice, pour in the cooled lavender honey syrup and vanilla extract.
- Cook to Perfection: Add the espresso or coffee slowly over the ice.
- Finishing Touches: Top with milk and stir gently until creamy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Drizzle with a touch of honey and garnish with lavender buds if desired.
Notes
- Use only culinary lavender for the best flavor.
- Make extra syrup and store it for up to a week in the fridge.
- Try using oat milk for a vegan variation.
- Don’t over-steep lavender, it can turn bitter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: iced honey lavender latte, lavender coffee, homemade latte, floral coffee, honey drink