Lavender Oat Milk Latte (Printable)

Enjoy a soothing floral latte with oat milk, lavender syrup, and espresso. Dairy-free and vegan delight.

# What You Need:

→ Lavender Syrup

01 - 1/4 cup water
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds

→ Latte

04 - 2 shots (2 oz) espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
05 - 2 cups oat milk
06 - 2–3 tablespoons lavender syrup, to taste
07 - Ice, optional, for iced espresso beverage

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine water, granulated sugar, and culinary lavender buds in a small saucepan. Simmer gently over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Continue to cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to steep for 5 minutes. Strain out the lavender buds and let the syrup cool.
02 - Brew 2 shots of espresso or 1/2 cup of strong coffee using an espresso machine or coffee maker.
03 - Warm oat milk in a saucepan or froth using a milk frother until hot and foamy. For iced preparation, use cold oat milk.
04 - Add lavender syrup to a mug or glass. Pour in the brewed espresso or coffee. Top with oat milk and stir gently to integrate.
05 - For an iced latte, introduce ice before combining espresso and oat milk.
06 - Optionally, add a sprinkle of dried lavender buds or a twist of lemon zest as garnish.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The lavender syrup makes it feel like café magic even at home—it’s easier than you think!
  • It’s creamy, vegan, and the oat milk keeps it light yet satisfying.
02 -
  • Steeping the lavender too long can turn your syrup bitter—use a timer, trust me.
  • Don’t skip straining fine particles—a mesh strainer means a smooth latte with no chewiness.
03 -
  • Using a milk frother gives the oat milk a café-style texture—if you’ve got one, don’t skip it.
  • Add an extra splash of syrup for a rainy day mood boost—it’s my secret treat.
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