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During the summer, everyone loves their iced coffee to cool off in the heat. As fall and winter set in, you may want more than just brewed coffee. Lavender lattes are one of our favorite hot drinks in the chilly weather. You may visit your favorite coffee shops for a hot latte and notice the costs adding up quickly. The Washington Post Trusted Source Where to find matcha lattes around D.C. - The Washington Post Blended with steamed milk in creamy latte form, matcha is becoming a more popular option for D.C.’s health-conscious caffeine addicts. www.washingtonpost.com cited the best places to purchase amazing lattes, but you are finding that it is an expensive habit at seven dollars a latte. Lattes do not have to be just a treat. You can create the perfect latte at home with or without an espresso machine.

The base of a latte is espresso. Fantastic espresso machines like the Capresso EC100 are affordable and the perfect fit for your home. If your latte costs $3.75 per day, you will cover the cost of this machine in a month. The current market has numerous Nespresso machines that will fit any budget. If you do not want to purchase an espresso machine right away, you do not have to incur this expense. You can make your favorite honey lavender latte with the perfect lavender latte recipe, even without an espresso machine.

What is Lavender Latte?

The lavender creates a nice balance between the light nutty, floral notes and the mild coffee flavor.

If you love lavender coffee, you may have thought about attempting to make a lavender latte at home. Every excellent latte starts with a flavorful espresso bean. A lavender latte is a delicious drink with hints of lavender throughout each sip.

There are many variations of a lavender latte. For example, you can substitute the whole milk with oat milk to create a frothy lavender oat milk latte. If you like vanilla, the lavender vanilla latte includes just a splash of vanilla flavoring to spice up your favorite morning drink. If you love the sweetness of honey, a honey lavender latte recipe is perfect for you. You can even switch it up, using ice to make the perfect iced honey lavender latte for summertime. One of our favorites is the lavender matcha latte which incorporates calming green tea matcha into the enticing lavender flavor.

The main three ingredients to any perfect lavender latte are espresso, whole milk, and simple lavender syrup. You can purchase simple lavender syrup at the store or create your own. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to make an amazing lavender simple syrup from scratch.

Tools and ingredients you will need

The base of a latte is a strong dark roast like Midnight Roast. There are five or fewer calories in each cup of coffee. According to MyNetDiary, Trusted Source Calories in Medium Roast Ground Coffee by Lifeboost Coffee and Nutrition Facts | MyNetDiary.com There are 0 calories in serving of Medium Roast Ground Coffee by Lifeboost Coffee. Get full nutrition facts for your favorite foods and brands. www.mynetdiary.com the Midnight Roast coffee has 0 calories per cup. This is extremely helpful as you can enjoy calories in other ingredients.

Whether you have an espresso machine or not, you will want a powerful base to permeate flavor with every sip. Therefore, we suggest a dark roast coffee.

If you do not want to make your lavender syrup from scratch, you can purchase lavender syrup. There are 90kcal per serving (2tbs) and 23 grams of added sugar. Some consumers find it easier to count calories using a store-bought lavender syrup. However, we will still discuss the process of making your own lavender syrup for those that love the organic process. You can also reduce the amount of sugar in your own lavender syrup, reducing the calorie count.

To create the perfect lavender syrup, you will need the following tools:

A pot
A strainer (preferably mesh)
Measuring cups
A sterilized glass jar

Furthermore, to make the perfect latte, you will need to have the ability to brew coffee and froth milk. You can use one of the following to brew coffee:

Espresso machine
Manual espresso maker
French press
Moka pot

You will need an espresso machine, hand frother, or a French whisk to froth the milk. A hand frother is cheap, under ten dollars, and you can easily froth non-dairy milk like oat milk.

Lavender Latte Recipe

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 5

Course Coffee

Servings 8 people

Calories 125 kcal

Equipment

Pot
Strainer (preferably mesh)
Measuring cups
Sterilized glass jar
Espresso machine / manual espresso maker / French press / moka pot

Ingredients

Lavender syrup

1/4 cup dried lavender
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup white sugar

Lavender latte

1/2 cup whole milk
2/3 cup strong brewed coffee
2 tbsp lavender syrup

Instructions

Making the lavender syrup

Boil water with lavender
First, you will combine the water and lavender in a small saucepan on high.
Add sugar and water if needed, bring to a boil
As the water and lavender begin to heat, mix in sugar, stirring until it dissolves. Bring the contents to a boil.
Simmer
Let the contents simmer for 1 minute.
Remove from heat
Remove the saucepan from the hot burner.
Steep
Let the syrup steep for approximately 30 minutes.
Transfer to a glass jar
Pour the syrup into a glass jar through a mesh strainer. The strainer will remove lavender blossoms and pieces.
Let it cool
Let the syrup cool in the glass jar until it reaches room temperature.
Transfer to the fridge

Making lavender latte

Brew coffee
If you are using an espresso machine, brew one shot of espresso (or two if you want the extra caffeine). If you do not own an espresso machine, brew one cup of strong coffee. We suggest a dark roast. In general, the ratio of coffee to milk should be 2/3 cups of coffee to 1/3 cup of milk. Remember, with a latte, the milk should not overpower the coffee. If you are making a honey lavender latte or a lavender mocha latte, you should stir in the flavors at this step. You will add the flavor into the mug and stir the coffee with a spoon.
Warm and froth milk
Warm the milk and use a hand frother to create the perfect bubbles. If you do not have a frother, you can add the milk into a sealed jar leaving plenty of room at the top, and vigorously shake. If you have a blender, you can use a blender to froth your milk. These processes work with whole and non-dairy milk, such as oat milk.
Pour milk over top of coffee and syrup mixture
Once you have gotten the perfect bubbles, you can use a large spoon to hold back the froth and pour the warm milk into your coffee. Using the same spoon, you will add the froth. Finally, add 2tbs of the lavender syrup to the top.

Honey Lavender Latte

A honey lavender latte is a perfect drink to start your morning routine. Rather than go to a coffee shop, you can easily make a honey lavender latte with your prepared lavender syrup. This delightful drink has the comfort of lavender mixed with hints of sweet honey. Many people do not like added fructose-based flavorings. Honey is a natural and organic element. You will just add a splash to your brewed coffee (step 1) before frothing the milk. Coffee is more than caffeine to many people. It is a daily routine and comfort. You will be able to enjoy your burst of energy while warmed by the honey and lavender flavors in every sip.

Final thoughts

If you love lattes, a lavender latte is the perfect morning boost of energy paired with the relaxing smells and taste of lavender. Lavender is known for its calming properties. You do not have to spend money going to your favorite coffee shop in the morning and waiting in line. Waiting in line at a coffee shop can be a source of anxiety and stress. Rather than endure this stress each morning, you can make your perfect lavender latte in the comfort of your home as you get ready to face the day.