How to Make a Tea Latte

There's nothing quite like a warm, frothy tea latte to start your day. Whether you're looking for a cozy morning pick-me-up or a comforting alternative to coffee, a tea latte is the perfect choice. Today, we're featuring a Morning Mojo Tea Latte, but you can easily customize this recipe with any loose leaf tea or tea bags you love. Let's dive into making the perfect tea latte!

Ingredients

• 1 sachet or 1 tsp loose leaf tea (Morning Mojo or your favorite tea)

• 8 oz hot water, heated to a rolling boil

• 1/2 cup steamed milk (dairy or non-dairy milk like oat milk or almond milk)

• Optional sweetener: maple syrup, brown sugar, simple syrup, or liquid sweetener

• Optional toppings: ground cinnamon, rose petals, or demerara sugar

Instructions

1. Brew the tea: Steep your chosen tea leaves or tea bags in hot water for 3-5 minutes, depending on the tea type. Discard the tea bags or strain out the loose leaves.

2. Froth the milk: Using a milk frother, handheld milk frother, or french press, froth hot milk until you achieve tiny bubbles for a creamy texture.

3. Sweeten (if desired): Add your desired sweetener to the brewed tea and stir well.

4. Combine and serve: Pour the frothed milk over the brewed tea in a glass mug (like the Eclipse Tea Cup!) or cup, adding however much froth you prefer.

5. Top it off: Sprinkle with ground cinnamon, rose petals, edible lavender, or even a touch of granulated sugar for a delicious finishing touch.

6. Enjoy! Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade version of a perfect tea latte.

Customizing Your Tea Latte

A homemade tea latte is highly versatile. Here are some other delicious ways to make it your own:

1. Change the Tea Base

• Chai tea latte: Brew chai tea strong and add steamed milk for a spiced and invigorating drink.

• Earl of Grey latte (London Fog): Use Earl of Grey tea and add a splash of vanilla extract.

• Lady Grey Latte: Use Lady Lavender tea and top with edible lavender buds.

• Herbal tea latte: Try chamomile tea latte for a calming experience.

• Matcha lattes: Swap the tea for matcha powder and whisk with hot water.

2. Sweeteners & Flavor Boosters

• Maple syrup or brown sugar for a natural sweetness

• Vanilla extract for a subtle warm note

• Simple syrup for a smooth, sweet finish

3. Milk Choices & Techniques

• Whole milk for a creamy, traditional latte

• Almond milk or oat milk for a plant-based milk alternative

• Steamed milk for a velvety texture

• Milk on the stove heated to medium heat for easy frothing

Adding Syrups to Your Tea Latte

Syrups are a fantastic way to elevate your homemade tea lattes by adding depth and sweetness. You can use store-bought syrups or make your own for a truly coffee shop-style experience.

How to Make a Simple Syrup

A simple syrup is one of the easiest ways to add sweetness to your tea latte without worrying about granulated sugar dissolving properly. To make a basic syrup:

1. Combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat.

2. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

3. Let cool, then store in a jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Earl of Grey Syrup

A tea-infused syrup adds even more depth to your tea latte. Try this Earl of Grey syrup to enhance your London Fog lattes and Matcha Lattes:

1. Steep 2 Earl of Grey tea sachets or 2 tsp loose leaf Earl or Grey tea in 1 cup hot water for 5 minutes.

2. Remove the tea bags or strain out the leaves.

3. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and heat on medium heat, stirring until dissolved.

4. Let cool, then store in a sealed jar for up to two weeks.

This syrup adds a rich, floral, and citrusy sweetness to Earl of Grey tea lattes, chai tea lattes, and tastes especially delicious in a matcha latte!

Oleo Saccharum – A Citrus-Infused Syrup

For a more complex and fragrant syrup, try making oleo saccharum, a citrus-infused syrup that pairs beautifully with Earl of Grey tea, chai tea, matcha lattes, and London Fog lattes.

1. Peel citrus fruits (lemons, oranges, or grapefruits) and place the peels in a bowl.

2. Sprinkle with granulated sugar (about 1/2 cup per fruit) and mash with a spoon.

3. Let it sit for a few hours to extract the essential oils.

4. Strain out the peels and mix the syrup with hot water to dissolve.

Other Syrup Ideas

• Vanilla syrup – Add vanilla extract to simple syrup.

• Maple cinnamon syrup – Use maple syrup as a base and infuse it with ground cinnamon.

• Lavender syrup – Simmer dried lavender in simple syrup for a floral touch.

• Brown sugar syrup – Replace granulated sugar with brown sugar for a caramelized flavor.
  

Toppings to Elevate Your Latte

• Frothed milk sprinkle: Add a dusting of ground cinnamon or cocoa powder.

• Rose petals for a floral and elegant finish.

• Demerara sugar for a slight crunch and caramelized sweetness.

• Granulated sugar if you like it extra sweet.

Coffee Shop Quality at Home

By following this simple recipe, you can create cozy tea lattes that rival any coffee shop version. Whether you're making a chai latte, a London fog tea latte, or experimenting with different matcha latte recipes, a homemade tea latte is an easy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite brewed tea.

Review Recipe & Enjoy!

Try out this recipe and experiment with different types of milk, sweeteners, and toppings to create your perfect tea latte. Whether you prefer a chai latte, a London fog, or a herbal tea latte, there's no wrong way to make it!

What’s your favorite way to enjoy a tea latte? Let us know in the comments!