Honey Lavender Latte Recipe

Name: Homemade Honey Lavender Latte
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1-2 shot (s Espresso, freshly brewed); 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy); 1 tbsp Honey (adjust to taste); 1 tsp Dried Culinary Lavender Buds; 1/4 cup Water; Optional: 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

Hello coffee lovers! Have you ever tried a coffee drink that tastes like sunshine and flowers? Let me introduce you to my favorite cozy drink: the honey lavender latte.

It’s sweet, creamy, and has a lovely hint of lavender. It feels fancy, like something from a special cafe, but guess what? You can easily make this yummy drink right in your own kitchen!

This guide will show you everything you need to know. Let’s make something wonderful together today!

Why You’ll Love Honey Lavender Latte?

You are going to adore this honey lavender latte! It’s not just coffee; it’s like a warm, gentle hug in a mug. The mix of sweet honey and calming lavender flower taste is truly special and relaxing.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here are the simple things you need to gather to make your own honey lavender latte. Don’t worry about exact amounts yet, just get these ready:

Espresso: This is the coffee part! It gives your latte a strong, rich base. You can make it with an espresso machine or a simpler coffee maker.
Milk: This makes your latte creamy and smooth. You can use regular cow’s milk, or try oat milk, almond milk, or soy milk if you like!
Honey: This adds natural sweetness. It tastes so much better than plain sugar and goes perfectly with lavender.
Dried Culinary Lavender: These are tiny dried flower buds that give a special floral taste. Make sure you use lavender meant for cooking, not from a flower shop. You can find culinary lavender online or in some spice stores.
Water: You’ll need just a little bit of water to help make the simple lavender honey syrup for your latte. Plain tap water works great.
Optional: Vanilla Extract: Just a tiny drop can add another layer of warm flavor. It makes the honey lavender latte feel even cozier, if you like vanilla.

Equipments

You don’t need lots of fancy tools! Here are the basic things from your kitchen that will help:

Small Saucepan: You need this to gently heat the water, honey, and lavender buds together for making the special syrup for your latte.
Fine Mesh Strainer: This helps you remove the little lavender buds from your syrup after they steep, so the syrup is nice and smooth.
Espresso Maker: Use whatever you normally use to make strong coffee – an espresso machine, Moka pot, or even an Aeropress works just fine.
Honey Lavender Latte Recipeor Pan: You need something to heat your milk. A frother also makes it bubbly, but carefully heating milk in a small pan works too.
Your Favorite Mug: Pick out a nice, cozy mug! This is where you will build and enjoy your delicious honey lavender latte creation.

How to Make Honey Lavender Latte?

Making this drink is easier than you think! We’ll first make a quick lavender honey syrup, then mix everything together for a perfect cup. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Make Lavender Honey Syrup

First, put water, honey, and dried lavender buds in a small pot. Heat it gently on the stove. Don’t let it boil, just warm it up slowly.

Step 2: Steep the Lavender

Once the honey mixture is warm and thin, turn off the heat. Let the lavender buds sit in the warm syrup for about 15 minutes. This lets the flavor come out.

Step 3: Strain the Syrup

Now, pour the syrup through a small strainer or sieve. This catches the lavender buds, leaving you with smooth, flavored honey syrup. Set this aside for now.

Step 4: Brew Your Espresso

Make your espresso using your machine or preferred method. You want about one or two shots of strong coffee for each honey lavender latte you plan to make.

Step 5: Steam Your Milk

Warm your milk until it’s hot but not boiling. If you can, froth it up so it gets nice and bubbly. This makes your latte light and airy.

Step 6: Combine Syrup and Espresso

Pour your freshly made lavender honey syrup into your favorite mug. Add the hot, brewed espresso on top and give it a little stir to mix them well.

Step 7: Add the Milk

Carefully pour the warm, steamy milk over the espresso and syrup mixture. If you have froth, spoon it gently on the very top of your drink.

Step 8: Enjoy Your Creation

That’s it! Your homemade honey lavender latte is ready. You can sprinkle a few extra lavender buds on top if you want it to look extra pretty. Sip and enjoy!

Tips for the Best Honey Lavender Latte

Want to make your honey lavender latte extra special? Here are a few little secrets I’ve learned:

Use Good Honey: The flavor really shines through! Pick a honey you love the taste of on its own. A local wildflower honey often tastes amazing in this latte.
Choose Culinary Lavender: Make sure it’s safe for eating! Lavender for crafts might have sprays on it. Look for “culinary grade” lavender buds for the best, safest flavor.
Don’t Over-Steep Lavender: Letting the lavender sit too long in the syrup can make it taste a bit bitter. Stick to around 15 minutes for a nice, gentle floral taste.
Adjust Sweetness: You can add more or less honey syrup to your mug. Make it just how sweet you like your honey lavender latte. Taste as you go!
Perfect the Milk: Steaming the milk until it’s frothy but not burnt makes a big difference. Aim for a smooth, velvety texture for that real cafe-style latte feel.
Warm Your Mug: Pour a little hot water into your mug and let it sit for a minute before you make your latte. A warm mug keeps your drink hotter longer!

Variations & Substitutions

Feeling creative? You can change up your honey lavender latte easily! Try these fun ideas:

Make it Iced: Brew espresso, make syrup, and let both cool. Then, pour over ice with cold milk. It’s a perfect cool drink for a warm, sunny day!
Use a Different Sweetener: If you don’t have honey, maple syrup can work too! It gives a slightly different, warm flavor that is also very tasty with lavender.
Try Non-Dairy Milk: Oat milk is super creamy and great in lattes. Almond milk or soy milk are also yummy choices if you prefer plant-based options.
Add Spices: A tiny pinch of cardamom or cinnamon in the syrup while it steeps can add a lovely warmth. It makes your honey lavender latte extra cozy.
Decaf Version: Want the flavor without the caffeine buzz? Just use decaffeinated espresso instead. Perfect for an evening treat without keeping you awake all night.
Stronger Lavender: If you really love lavender, let the buds steep a tiny bit longer, maybe 20 minutes. Or, add an extra teaspoon of buds to the syrup recipe.

I really hope you try making this wonderful honey lavender latte recipe at home. It’s become one of my absolute favorite ways to make my coffee time feel a little more special. It’s simple, delicious, and brings such a calming feeling. Let me know if you try it! Happy brewing!

Frequently Asked Questions

It tastes sweet from the honey, creamy from the milk, and has a gentle flower taste from the lavender. It’s a unique, soothing, and delicious coffee drink combination!

It shouldn’t be too strong! When made right, it’s a subtle floral note that complements the honey and coffee. You can always adjust the amount of syrup.

No, please don’t use essential oils! They are usually not safe to eat. Stick to dried culinary lavender buds meant for cooking for the best and safest flavor.

Yes, absolutely! You can make a bigger batch of the syrup and keep it in a sealed jar in the fridge for about two weeks. Perfect for quick lattes!

It’s a treat! Honey offers some benefits over sugar, but it’s still sweet. Using non-dairy milk or less syrup can make it lighter. Enjoy it in moderation!

Homemade Honey Lavender Latte

Make your own cozy honey lavender latte at home! This recipe guides you through creating a sweet, floral, and creamy coffee drink using simple ingredients. It's like a warm hug in a mug, perfect for a relaxing moment any time of day.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Course Drinks

Servings 1

Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients

1-2 shot s Espresso, freshly brewed
1 cup Milk dairy or non-dairy
1 tbsp Honey adjust to taste
1 tsp Dried Culinary Lavender Buds
1/4 cup Water
Optional: 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions

Make Syrup: In a small saucepan, gently heat water, honey, lavender buds, and vanilla (if using) over low heat until honey dissolves and mixture is warm. Do not boil.
Steep: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Let the lavender buds steep in the warm syrup for 15 minutes to infuse the flavor.
Strain: Pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a small bowl or cup, discarding the lavender buds.
Brew Espresso: Prepare 1 or 2 shots of espresso using your preferred method.
Steam Milk: Heat the milk in a saucepan or using a milk frother until hot and steamy. Froth if desired.
Combine: Pour the desired amount of lavender honey syrup (start with 1-2 tbsp) into your favorite mug. Add the hot espresso and stir gently.
Add Milk: Pour the steamed milk over the espresso mixture. Hold back the froth with a spoon, then spoon the froth on top.
Serve: Garnish with a few extra lavender buds if you like, and enjoy your homemade honey lavender latte immediately!

Notes

Use good-quality honey and ensure your lavender is culinary grade (safe for eating).
Avoid steeping the lavender for much longer than 15 minutes, as it can become bitter.
Adjust the amount of honey syrup added to the latte to reach your desired sweetness.
Warming your mug beforehand keeps the latte hot longer.