Top tips for making butterscotch latte at home

• Adjust the amount of syrup you add to change the sweetness of your latte. I recommend starting with the recipe as I have written it. Then, if its too sweet, next time use a little less butterscotch syrup. Alternatively, if its not sweet enough for you, you can add a bit more syrup and stir it in.
• Be sure to choose good quality fresh espresso beans to create the base of your strawberry latte.
• You can use whatever milk you prefer. If you like dairy milk, check out my review of the best dairy milks. Otherwise I have a great review of the best non-dairy milks you can use.
• If you love Starbucks smoked butterscotch latte, you can add 2-3 drops of liquid smoke when putting the syrup into the milk.
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With an espresso machine

• Brew a 1-2 shots of espresso
• While the espresso is brewing, pour the milk into a blender or bowl. Add the butterscotch syrup to the milk and any vanilla extract and liquid smoke you want to use
• 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 butterscotch syrup to the milk and any vanilla extract and liquid smoke you want to use.
• Use a milk frother or blender to build a smooth creamy texture

Finishing your butterscotch latte

• Pour the espresso into a latte glass, then gently pour in the milk. Hold back the foam to gently layer on top.
• If you want to really treat yourself, you can add a spoon of whipped cream to the top. Better yet, pipe the cream. Then finish with a drizzle of butterscotch sauce.