Ingredients
The Tea Base- 2 Earl Grey Tea Bags (or 1 tbsp loose leaf)
- 1/2 cup Boiling Water (100°C)
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract (or 1 tsp Vanilla Syrup)
- 1 tsp Honey or Sugar (to taste)
The Milk
- 1/2 cup Milk (Whole milk or Oat milk froth best)
- Optional: Pinch of dried culinary lavender
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 120
Fat: 4g
Sugar: 14g
Protein: 4g
Instructions
1
Brew the "Shot": Boil your water. Steep the 2 tea bags (or loose leaf) in just 1/2 cup of water. Cover and steep for 3 to 5 minutes. We want this to be double-strength so it stands up to the milk.
2
Sweeten: While the tea is hot, remove the bags (squeeze them gently). Stir in the vanilla extract and your sweetener of choice until dissolved.
3
Froth the Milk: Heat your milk to about 60°C (steaming but not boiling). Use a milk frother, French press, or whisk to create a thick, velvety foam.
4
Combine: Pour the hot tea mixture into your mug. Slowly pour the frothed milk over the top, holding back the foam with a spoon until the end to create a layered effect. Top with a pinch of lavender.
Expert Tip: The Lavender Mistake
Be very careful with lavender. If you add too much, your drink will taste like hand soap. A tiny pinch on top as a garnish provides the perfect aroma without overpowering the bergamot oil in the tea.