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Creamy Lavender Honey Iced Latte

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A refreshing summer drink combining the delicate floral notes of lavender with the natural sweetness of honey and creamy milk, perfect for a soothing yet indulgent iced coffee experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 shots (60 ml) freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee
  • 1 teaspoon culinary lavender buds (food-grade)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (raw or organic)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Ice cubes
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon lavender syrup (for more intense lavender flavor)

Instructions

  1. Brew 2 shots of espresso (about 60 ml) or 1/2 cup (120 ml) of strong coffee and set aside to cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  2. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of whole milk into a small saucepan. Add 1 teaspoon of culinary lavender buds and warm gently over low heat to about 150°F (65°C), steaming but not boiling, for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Strain the lavender buds from the milk using a fine mesh strainer into a clean container, pressing lightly to extract flavor without bitterness.
  4. Stir 2 tablespoons honey and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract into the warm lavender milk until fully dissolved.
  5. Fill a tall glass or tumbler with ice cubes.
  6. Pour the cooled espresso or coffee over the ice, then slowly pour in the lavender honey milk to create a layering effect.
  7. Gently stir to blend flavors and serve immediately. Adjust sweetness with more honey if desired.

Notes

Keep milk heating low and short to avoid bitterness from lavender. Use food-grade culinary lavender buds. For stronger lavender flavor, substitute honey with lavender syrup and reduce honey amount. Freshly brewed coffee is best. For dairy-free, use oat or almond milk and agave nectar instead of honey. Store leftover lavender milk refrigerated up to 2 days.

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