Lavender Oat Milk Latte: Coffee With A Herbal Touch

Are you bored of the regular coffee or latte? Then try this Lavender Oat Milk Latte. It is good for your mood. It is also well-known for its benefits for the body, skin, and hair.

It contains creamy milk and a rich flavor of coffee with a fusion of Lavender aroma. If you don’t like overly sweet drinks, then this will work for you. It is less sweet with a soft floral scent.

While rewatching The Apothecary Diary (an anime) and watching Xiaomao working with herbs, it suddenly reminded me of this recipe. So, I thought of sharing this cool recipe with you all!

Why Try This Lavender Oat Milk Latte?

Lavender is quite well – known for its health benefits. It’s a medicinal plant that has been used for many centuries. Egyptians used to use it for their health troubles.

It’s really good for those who have anxiety, suffer from stress and body pain. It improves your sleeping.

Homemade anything is good. It saves money. Plus, making this by yourself will improve your mood.

If you are someone who loves herbs and flowers, then this one is a great choice. Moreover, if you are also into cottagecore or witchy theme ideas, then this drink will give you that vibe.

And the last one is for the lazy ones. If you don’t wanna go to a coffee shop, then try to make it at home. You can collect all the ingredients earlier. And the rest is the making process, which is not difficult at all!

Some Precautions

This flower has numerous ways to be used. But the question is: Is it safe for everyone to consume? Well, it has some side effects. In some exceptional situations, you can’t use it.

During pregnancy
While breastfeeding
If you have allergies

It is not actually prohibited to drink tea, coffee or any caffeinated product while being pregnant. But it may cause harm if consumed in excess. So, many medical professionals suggest setting a limit.

However, there is not enough valuable information about the safety of lavender during pregnancy. So, it is better to avoid this. But if you really want to try this, then it would be better to get permission from your doctor.

Ingredients to use

You will need very simple ingredients. Also the making process is easy.

Oat Milk:

It’s an essential ingredient. You can use vegan or dairy milk if you prefer. Oat milk is not essential.

But here, I am using this because I want to show how to make a Lavender Oat Milk Latte with it. Also, it easily becomes frothy.

I made my oat milk at home. It’s quite simple; you can also try it.

Homemade Oat Milk Recipe:

Take half a cup of oats and two cups of water and make it liquid like milk. You need to use a blender to make this recipe. Then strain it through a cheesecloth. Done!

Remember that, for the amount of oats you will be using for oat milk, you have to use 4 times the amount of water.

Lavender syrup:

Here, I am using my homemade lavender syrup. You can buy it easily from any superstore or maybe a nearby store.

Gourmet Lavender Syrup or syrup from Torani or Monin can be used as well.

But if you intend to use it only in coffee, then don’t buy a large bottle. Look for a mini version. Otherwise it will be wasteful. Since you will not be needing most of it.

I am trying to be honest here and it’s totally my personal opinion. I love homemade lavender syrup more. I’ve tried store – bought products, but I wasn’t fully satisfied.

So, I would also like to suggest you try making it at home. See the result and then decide according to your preference.

Homemade Lavender Syrup:

Use culinary lavender to make this syrup. All types of Lavender aren’t allowed to be consumed. So, for this, use a small amount of dried culinary lavender buds.

Take half a cup of water and half a cup of sugar, in a pot. Then wait until it simmers. After this, add Lavender buds to the pot.

Boil it well and then let it cool. Now you can store it in a glass jar or in a bottle. As sugar is a natural preservative, this syrup will stay fresh for two to three weeks in the refrigerator.

Espresso:

As it is a latte, there will be a smaller amount of espresso. You can also use freshly brewed coffee if you want. Instant coffee can also be time saving. But fresh ones make a better latte.

You can try different flavors of coffee to find the right one for you. There are Robusta, Arabica, Excelsa, etc. These beans individually have their own flavors.

Don’t worry, it won’t overpower the coffee flavor or the Lavender aroma. You will just have an enhanced coffee taste with multiple flavors.

Difference Between Culinary Lavender And Ornamental Lavender

All kinds of Lavender are not safe to consume. Dried Lavandula angustifolia plants are commonly used for cooking. And the rest of the varieties of Lavender are called ornamental Lavender.

Another plus point is that culinary Lavender has more flavor than fresh ones. That’s why it is more useful. As every type of Lavender is not safe to consume, you have to be very careful while buying this product.

The quality of products also depends on the producers. So, try to find a good source or producer who produces good culinary Lavender. Always pay attention to the color of Lavender buds and see if it is safe to consume before buying.

The dark purple color of the Lavender is better than the grey one. Here another thing is, by using Lavender buds you will not get the purple colour. But if you get the Lavender powder, then your drink will have a nice purple colour.

Measurements And Instructions To Make Lavender Oat Milk Latte :

It is a pleasant drink to enjoy. It is not time consuming at all. So, you will need –

2 shots of Espresso ( I like my latte a little bit strong)
1 cup of milk
Lavender syrup according to your taste

Step-by-Step Lavender Oat Milk Latte Recipe

Step 1 – Beat The Milk

I am making this Lavender Oat Milk Latte as a hot drink. So, the first thing of yours would be to make the milk hot but not boiling. In a pot, heat it. Or in an oven, heat milk at 150 degrees Fahrenheit.

(But don’t do it for too long. It can harm the flavor.)

Then beat the milk to get the froth. You can use the French press or a bottle to achieve this. A hand blender is also suitable if you have one in your home. Besides this, an electric frother can also be helpful.

This will make the milk more creamy. I like the French press to create the froth.

If you don’t have anything, then a bottle might work for you. Take a bottle, pour milk into it, then shake it. Easily done!

Step 2 – Preparing Coffee Mixture

Take your espresso or coffee which you prepared. And then pour the Lavender Syrup into the coffee. Stir this mixture really well. This latte is normally served as a less sweet drink.

You can use less or more syrup according to your sweetness. It is not mandatory to use cold Espresso. If it’s at room temperature, it is also okay.

Careful While –

Adding Lavender Syrup. This syrup contains quite a strong flavor of Lavender. If you add carelessly, then the drink will be filled with a more floral scent.

It may feel like a soapy dish. The softness of this drink will be lost.

Step 3 – Mix Mix Mix!

Pour the milk into a serving cup. Keep some froth to decorate this drink.Then add the coffee mixture you prepared.

Now mix it really well. Taste the sweetness. If not, add more.

But what to do if it has become too sweet? That’s not a problem. You can fix this by adding more coffee and milk.

Step 4 – Serve Time

Now, it’s time to serve the drink. You can add Lavender buds on the top of the froth if you want. Whipped cream on top also won’t be bad as an option. Let me describe some other ways for you how you can make it more exciting!

Make It Fun

You can add different types of syrup to it, like vanilla, maple syrup, etc. You can mix it with oat milk or you can simply mix it with espresso. It will enhance the taste. But be careful while adding syrup so that it doesn’t overpower the Lavender and coffee aroma.

Nowadays, some reels are gaining a lot of attention where content creators add edible glitter. It just looks like an expensive magical potion! You can also experiment by adding this glitter.

If you want, you can add some purple food coloring to this drink. It will make it more indulgent.

Copycat Starbucks Iced Lavender Oat Milk Latte:

If you wanna try this latte with ice, follow these given instructions to get the best iced latte, like Starbucks.

Step 1 – Prepare The Coffee Mixture

First of all, pour the coffee, lavender syrup and honey (to your desired sweetness) mixture into a cup. Pour some ice cubes into the glass. You can also use crushed ice.

Step 2 – Milk Preparation

This is the final step. Separately take some milk to create froth. And pour the rest of the milk in a glass.

Then, the coffee mixture you prepared earlier, add it also. Mix them well. That’s it!

Now, serve it with a straw and add whipped cream as a topping. You can coat the rim of the glass with purple-colored sugar to make it look more luxurious.

Some Tips

Try to use cold milk and cold coffee for this drink. If you want to use purple food coloring or glitter then my suggestion is to mix it with milk first. When you beat the milk, add the color or the glitter.

(Even though Starbucks doesn’t add any extra food coloring or glitter to their drink. It kind of looks like a slightly earthy colour to me.)

Calories In Oat Milk Latte

Oat Milk: For a cup, it contains 120 calories.

Sugar: 1 tbsp of sugar contains 48 calories.

But remember that it also differs as there are a variety of sugars and each type of sugar contains different calories. According to Starbucks, a Lavender Oat Milk Latte contains 90 to 240 calories.

Item	Calories	Additional Notes
Oat Milk (1 cup)	120 calories	A standard serving size of oat milk.
Sugar (1 tbsp)	48 calories	It is based on regular sugar. The calorie content of different types of sugar can vary slightly.
Lavender Oat Milk Latte (Starbucks)	90 to 240 calories	This calorie ranges vary depending on size, number of pumps of syrup and other factors.

FAQs

Can I Use Lavender Cold Foam?

Yes, but here you have to keep it in mind that you have to balance the Lavender flavor in the latte and in the foam. Otherwise, it will taste soapy.

Can I Use Honey Instead Of Sugar?

Definitely, you can. Use good quality honey. Because it affects the taste.

Does This Latte Taste Too Sweet?

No, This latte is not too sweet. As you are making it at home, you can always customize the quantity of the sugar or honey.

Conclusion

This drink is supposed to be less sweet and warm with a soft aroma of Lavender. It’s a perfect drink for the upcoming spring season. As soon as you sip this drink, your mood will be lifted.

You can also enjoy it anytime if you want. As Lavender improves sleep, you can have a sip of this aromatic drink before sleep.

As Lavender can be preserved, it can be found in stores anytime. It is also available in online markets. So, no need to bother about its availability.

Semiul Bennett

Hi! I’m Semiul Bennett. After spending so many years in the coffee industry, I’ve developed a deep passion for all things coffee—from the beans to the brewing process. Now, I’m on a mission to help people have a better coffee experience at home and outdoors. Together with my team, we’re here to share expert tips, brewing techniques and the latest coffee trends, so you can enjoy your perfect cup every time.