Lavender latte recipe – relax and enjoy!

Looking for a relaxing enjoyable coffee, to de-stress whilst helping you to stay alert? Try my lavender latte recipe, you won’t regret it.

Lavender has a unique aroma and flavor that works well with coffee and creamy milk. The resulting drink is subtly aromatic, with a light floral taste that goes down smoothly. Lavender lattes are the perfect coffee drink for when you want to enjoy something different. While the lavender relaxes you, the coffee in the latte ensures you remain alert.

What is a lavender latte

It’s most often made by adding Lavender Syrup to espresso or brewed coffee, and then topping it with steamed milk. To add a touch of luxury you can put whipped cream on top. Or add some vanilla extract to the milk to help bring out the sweet flavors of this latte.

Best coffee beans for lavender latte

Lattes are a delicious and refreshing drink that can be enjoyed throughout the year. In order to make a perfect lavender latte, you should use espresso coffee beans that are of high quality. Some of my favorites are:

Lavazza Super Crema Espresso Coffee Beans – These beans are known for their smooth taste of hazelnuts and brown sugar and a rich crema. They are perfect for making creamy lattes.

Illy Classico Arabica Espresso Coffee Beans – These beans are roasted using the latest technology, which results in rich notes of caramel and chocolate. They are perfect for making flavorful lattes

Grinding coffee for lavender latte

Great coffee always starts with good quality fresh beans, ground just before you brew your coffee. That way you can be sure your lavender latte will taste as good as possible.

How you grind the beans varies depending on how you will be brewing your coffee. Espresso machines need a fine grind so that the high-pressure hot water can rapidly extract the flavors and aromas.

But you don’t need an espresso machine. You can make a strong short coffee with any type of coffee maker. If you have an AeroPress, you need to grind the beans to a medium fine size – like table salt.

Brewing coffee for lavender latte

If you have an espresso machine, make 1-2 shots of espresso. Depending on how you like your latte, try setting the machine to make a stronger shot. That will allow more of the strength of the coffee to come through in the finished drink.

It’s not a problem if you do not have an espresso machine, you can use any type of coffee maker. I often use my AeroPress. Its quick, convenient and inexpensive. But the bottom line is – it makes great coffee – and that’s the whole point of a coffee maker! To know more check out How to make espresso without a machine.

AeroPress espresso

Brewing a short strong coffee with an AeroPress is really easy: Set up your AeroPress as normal, with a filter inserted and place it over a suitable size coffee mug. Spoon 18 grams of ground espresso into your AeroPress. Heat your water to 190°F (88°C) and pour 50-60ml into the Aeropress. Stir the coffee and leave to brew for 3 minutes. Then insert and gently press down on the plunger to extract the coffee from the grounds. Be sure to press it all the way through the hissing.

Making a lavender latte at home

Equipment

• 1 Coffee grinder 
• 1 Espresso machine with steam wand Or coffee maker and blender/milk frother
• 1 kitchen scale Preferably a digital scale for accuracy (optional)
• 1 Steam jug or pitcher
• 1 Latte glass Or mug
• 1 latte spoon

Ingredients

• 1-2 shots Espresso Or a short strong coffee
• ¾ cup Milk 
• 2 tbsp Lavender syrup Or 1 drop culinary lavender extract
• 1-2 tsp Sugar Or 3-4 tsp sugar if using lavender extract
• ½ tsp Vanilla extract Optional
• ½ tsp Lavender buds Optional to scatter over the top of your latte.

Method

With an espresso machine

• Brew a 1-2 shots of espresso
• While the espresso is brewing, pour the milk into a jug, Add the sugar or lavender syrup (or extract and sugar) to the milk and stir in.
• Use the steam wand on your espresso machine to heat and froth the milk.

Without an espresso machine

• Use your preferred coffee maker to brew a strong short coffee
• While the coffee is brewing, heat the milk in a sauce pan over medium heat, or in a microwave, until it reaches 140°F (60°C). Do not let it boil.
• Pour the milk into a blender or bowl. Add the sugar or lavender syrup (or extract and sugar) to the milk and stir in.
• Use a milk frother or blender to build a smooth creamy texture

Finishing the lavender latte

• Pour the espresso into a latte glass, then gently pour in the milk. Hold back the foam to gently layer on top.
• For a luxurious finish, sprinkle a few lavender buds over the top.

Top tips for making lavender latte at home

• Making a lavender latte at home is so easy. But for a real and lasting experience, follow my top tips:
• When you are trying out my recipe, try to stay exactly to the amounts I recommend. It will give you a baseline for a great latte. But everyone’s tastes are different. So, once you’ve tried my recipe, feel free to experiment.
• For example, if you have a sweet tooth, try adding more sugar. Or the lavender taste and aroma might be too strong for you. If so, simply reduce the amount of lavender.
• You will soon find what works best for you.
• But Remember: always keep a note of how you change the recipe. Trust me I have (so many times) made a great coffee. Sat down enjoyed it and resolved to drink it just like that again. Then… yes, you guessed, next time I can’t remember exactly what I did.

Preparing your espresso

• I recommend using medium roast espresso beans. Espresso beans are usually dark roast to give a deeper intense bitter taste. By choosing a medium roast, you will get all the flavors and aromas with far less bitter notes. Medium roast espresso balances well with the milk and lavender tastes.
• Always grind the coffee beans just before you use them. You will notice a huge difference between fresh ground and coffee that you ground a week ago.
• Whatever coffee maker you use, brew a short strong coffee.
• You don’t need an espresso machine, any coffee maker will do a great job. But don’t worry if you haven’t got a coffee maker. Just make a strong short coffee with regular instant coffee. The important thing is to make a strong coffee – you will be adding milk sugar and hazelnut flavors. These could easily drown the taste of a weak coffee.
• Not sure which coffee maker is best for you? My two favorites are French press and AeroPress. Both are inexpensive and easy to use and clean. Check out my guide Aeropress vs French press: which makes the best coffee?

Foaming the milk

• You can use any milk you prefer, including dairy and non-dairy, including: oat and almond milk.
• If you have a steam wand (on the side of most espresso machines), use that to steam the milk creating a creamy texture and foam.
• If you don’t have a steam wand, heat the milk on the stovetop or in a microwave and then use a blender or hand whisk to make it creamier and frothy.

Lavender syrup

• Add lavender syrup to taste. Lavender syrups are widely available in supermarkets and online. If you are using lavender syrup, it is very sweet, so go easy on the sugar.
• Alternatively, you can use culinary lavender extract. Like vanilla extract, it is very concentrated and you should only use a small amount. If using extract, it is not as sweet as syrup, so you will have to adjust the amount of sugar you add.

Assembling lavender latte

• Stir the sugar into the heated and frothed milk.
• Pour the strong coffee into a latte glass or mug,
• Gently pour over the milk, keeping back the foam to layer on top.
• For for a final flourish, garnish with some lavender flowers.

Variations on the theme of lavender latte

Lavender lattes are a delicious and refreshing drink that can be made at home with just a few simple ingredients. There are many different ways to make a lavender latte, but all of them involve combining milk, espresso, and lavender extract or syrup.

I have tried and enjoyed these variations:

• Lavender Latte Recipe with Honey replacing the sugar.
• Vanilla latte – as relaxing as a lavender
• Lavender Latte Recipe with almond milk instead of cow milk
• Lavender Latte Recipe with oat milk instead of dairy milk

FAQs

Are there health benefits of drinking lavender lattes?

Lavender lattes are not only tasty, but they also have a number of health benefits. It’s known for its calming effects, which can help you relax and focus during the day.

Lavender also has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation throughout the body. Drinking lavender lattes every morning can help you feel more relaxed, focused, and healthy overall.

Can I use store-bought Lavender syrup for my latte?

Yes, you can use store-bought Lavender syrup for your latte. In fact, many people prefer to do this because it is easier and faster than making Lavender syrup from scratch.