Making a delicious and aromatic lavender latte at home with our syrup is a simple and rewarding process. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a café-style beverage without leaving your kitchen, transforming your daily coffee ritual into a calming moment of self-care. The floral notes of the lavender simple syrup blend beautifully with the richness of espresso and the creaminess of milk, creating a balanced and flavorful drink.
To get started, you'll need a few key ingredients: espresso or strong-brewed coffee, milk of your choice, and, of course, our lavender simple syrup. The beauty of making it at home is that you can customize every element to your personal preference.
First, brew your coffee. For a classic latte, one or two shots of espresso are ideal. If you don't have an espresso machine, a strong-brewed coffee from a French press, Moka pot, or even a very concentrated drip coffee will work well as a substitute. The key is to have a robust coffee base that can stand up to the sweetness and floral notes of the syrup.
Next, prepare your milk. Heat and froth about 6-8 ounces of milk. You can do this using a steam wand on an espresso machine, a handheld frother, or by simply shaking hot milk in a jar until it’s frothy. The goal is to get a creamy texture that will blend nicely with the coffee and syrup. Whether you prefer dairy milk, oat milk, or almond milk, the lavender flavor will complement any choice.
Now, it's time to assemble your latte. In a mug, pour in your brewed espresso or coffee. Add a pump or two of the lavender simple syrup. We recommend starting with one pump and tasting it, then adding more if you desire a stronger lavender flavor. Stir the syrup into the coffee until it's well combined. Finally, pour the frothed milk over the top. You can finish it with a light stir or, for a more aesthetic touch, try a simple design with the foam.
This simple recipe brings the unique flavor of a lavender farm directly to your home. It’s a perfect drink for a quiet morning or an afternoon pick-me-up. If you're looking to buy lavender online, you can find our simple syrup and many other culinary products on our website, islandlavender.com. For those in the area, a visit to Door County WI offers a chance to experience our farm and products firsthand. Find our lavender simple syrup here and start making your own lattes today: https://islandlavender.com/products/lavender-simple-syrup.