Learn how to make a homemade honey lavender latte just like your favorite coffee shop. Made with simple, fresh ingredients, enjoy a fancy and flavorful coffee right at home.
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I’ve been obsessed with using lavender lately ever since a visit to a local lavender farm.
I have found it to be so versatile in its use. Two of my favorite creations so far are my homemade lavender ice cream and this easy honey lavender latte recipe.
Each afternoon, I really enjoy having a cup of coffee as a midday treat. I knew at the first sip that this honey lavender latte would be on repeat this summer.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
A fancy spin on a classic latte – Although this is an easy recipe, you’ll be transported to a trendy coffee shop right in your own kitchen. Enjoy some avocado toast with it to really make it special.
Indulge in a fancy coffee drink at a fraction of the cost – You can shell out a lot of money on coffee. This is a great way to save money but not comprise on flavor.
Made with whole ingredients you can feel good about – Whole milk, lavender, and honey make up this delicious drink.
Ingredients
Espresso – I have an espresso machine I love. If you can’t make espresso at home, you can also just use very strong coffee brewed in a coffee pot or whatever your favorite brewing method may be.
Whole milk – We prefer to use raw milk. You can also use a non-dairy milk such as almond, coconut, or oat milk.
Homemade lavender syrup – Easily make your own simple syrup at home with just honey, water, and food grade lavender. If you are not a huge lavender lover, you can adjust the amount of syrup you use in the recipe to your taste.
A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
How to Make a Lavender Latte
Step 1: Create a lavender syrup by combining 1/2 cup water, 1 cup honey, and 1/4 cup culinary grade lavender in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer, turn off the heat, and allow the lavender to steep for 15 minutes.
Step 2: While the lavender is steeping, brew your espresso or strong coffee.
Once ready, pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer to remove the lavender. Find more details on the lavender syrup recipe here.
Step 3: Stir the hot espresso and honey lavender simple syrup until combined in a pint sized glass (16 ounces).
Step 4: Pour milk on top of the espresso and syrup mixture. Add enough ice so the milk is a few inches from the top of the glass. If you prefer a hot latte, use a milk frother to warm and froth the milk before adding in and skip the ice. Gently stir and enjoy!
Tips
- Prefer a hot drink? Turn this into a hot lavender honey latte by using a milk frother to heat and froth the milk before adding your espresso and simple syrup mixture.
- Don’t have an espresso machine? No problem! There are other at-home methods you can use, such as using a French press. Check out some ideas on making espresso without a machine here. Of course, you can also just use strong coffee brewed however you prefer.
- Play around with flavor. Every coffee bean is going to have an unique flavor. Experiment with various types of roasts and flavors to see what you like paired best with lavender. You can also include add-ins, such as mint or vanilla extract.
Recipe FAQs
Lavender provides a beautiful, delicate floral flavor to coffee drinks. My favorite time to enjoy lavender in my coffee is in the summer. Something about it is so refreshing and calming to me.
If the additional flavor is not enough, lavender, with antioxidant properties, has also been shown to have a variety of health benefits, such as boosting mood and even aiding in sleep.
While lavender is known to ease the nervous system, which can ease anxiety and help you sleep, it won’t necessarily make you sleepy, especially with the addition of caffeine.
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Homemade Lavender Latte with Honey
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons espresso (double shot) or very strong coffee, 2 ounces
- 1 cup whole milk, 8 ounces
- 1 tablespoon lavender honey simple syrup
Instructions
- Create a lavender syrup by combining 1/2 cup water, 1 cup honey, and 1/4 cup culinary grade lavender in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer, turn off the heat, and allow the lavender to steep for 15 minutes.
- While the lavender is steeping, make your espresso or brew some very strong coffee.
- Pour the lavender syrup liquid through a fine mesh strainer to remove the lavender.
- Stir the hot espresso and honey lavender simple syrup until combined in a pint sized glass (16 ounces).
- Add whole milk.
- Add enough ice so the milk is a few inches from the top of the glass. If you prefer a hot drink, use a milk frother to warm and froth the milk before adding in and skip the ice. Gently stir and enjoy!
Notes
- Prefer a hot drink? Turn this into a hot latte by using a milk frother to heat and froth the milk before adding your espresso and simple syrup mixture.
- Don’t have an espresso machine? No problem! There are other at-home methods you can use, such as using a French press.
- Play around with flavor. Every coffee bean is going to have an unique flavor. Experiment with various types of roasts and flavors to see what you like paired best with lavender. Additionally, don’t be afraid to experiment with other flavors, like adding a splash of vanilla extract.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Food grade lavender? Can I use lavender from my own garden?
Yes, you can! I would be weary of using it if you have sprayed any chemical fertilizer or pesticides on your lavender though.
Hi Lisa, How do you store the rest of the lavender honey syrup?
I store it in the fridge and try to use it within the week.
I absolutely love a good lavender latte!! I can’t wait to try this! I was curious if instead of lavender essential oil could fresh lavender be used? At what step would you add that in?
I can’t wait to do it!! It will be delicious 🤩 The recipe is very clear and with simple and easy to get ingredients, thank you 🙏🏻
Hi.Lisa! Just getting into the essential oil “thing”. I’ve always liked doing natural and healthy stuff. Was diagnosed with Celiac/gluten several years ago, probably had it a lot longer (misdiagnosed😬), so; really watch what I eat. Daughter has had worst symptoms than I (she’s dairy intolerant severely), but she never been officially diagnosed. After going to see a nutritionist that suffered from the same (that’s why she became what she is), she really cares and has helped us immensely! I also see a endocrinologist for my thyroid, so you see why I’m always searching for “natural” ways of doing things. We make our own furniture cleaning oil, use lots of baking soda, vinegar and am getting ready to make my own laundry detergent. I think that I saw that you live in Troy, Missouri? I use to work in Troy (Lincoln County School District), but we live in Bowling Green. I have just ordered a starter kit from Revive (that was before I came across your blog). I did my research, read reviews; so I went with Revive…your thoughts? Thanks for the recipe for Lavender Latte, I don’t own a French Press, but I may have to n est in one!😂😂. Lover of “anything” coffee!
I haven’t personally heard of Revive. You’ll have to let us know how you like them!
Hi Lisa,
I wanted to make this for a few friends coming over for dinner. However, I just saw that you have to let the coffee steep for 12 hours so I guess I will have to try this another time. I’m new to using a French press. Will it still taste good if I let it steep for a shorter amount of time? Would 5 min. be way too short? Thank you,
Lisa C.
Hi Lisa! Yes you could steep for a shorter time it will just be weaker coffee. I would suggest using a bolder strong coffee if doing so.
I’m not a coffee drinker. Have you tried this with a strong black tea? what do you think?
This is such a great flavor! It’s a fabulous way to up my coffee game without hitting the drive through!
I love homemade iced latte. I’m going to try adding lavender. Thanks for sharing the idea! I made lavender lemonade last summer, and it was really good. I’ve also made lavender cake, but the family wasn’t crazy about it.
Your blog and your home are beautiful! I’m glad I found my way over here from Pinterest.
Thank you so much Kay! And lavender cake sounds delicious. 🙂
Hello Lisa,
I found you over on the youtube land, and have fallen in love with your style. I am a homeschooling mom of 4 small children, ages 8 years-5 months, and live a similar lifestyle here in Illinois. I get the impression that you may live close by and I am in search of a good raw milk source. I have gotten some from 3 different farms, and for different reasons, I am not currently using them. Could you tell me where you get your milk from? I have some heavy cream on hand though and plan to try this out. Thank you. – Jackie
Hi Jackie! Sounds like you have a very similar crew as me. 🙂 We do live pretty nearby. I will email you with the milk source.