Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Jasmine Tea Base
- Jasmine green tea bags or loose leaf jasmine tea: This gives the latte its soft floral aroma and delicate tea flavor.
- Hot water: Use hot water that has cooled slightly so the jasmine tea stays smooth instead of bitter.
- Extra tea bag, optional: If you like a stronger latte, use one extra tea bag so the tea flavor still comes through after adding milk.
For the Coconut Latte
- Coconut milk: Use canned light coconut milk for a creamy latte, or carton coconut milk for a lighter drink.
- Coconut cream: Optional, but one spoonful makes the latte richer, silkier, and more café-style.
- Honey or maple syrup: Adds natural sweetness. Maple syrup gives a cozy flavor, while honey pairs beautifully with jasmine tea.
- Vanilla extract: Adds soft sweetness and makes the drink taste more like a Starbucks-style latte.
- Pinch of salt: Optional, but it makes the coconut flavor taste fuller and more balanced.
For Serving
- Ice cubes: Use plenty of ice for an iced coconut jasmine tea latte.
- Toasted coconut flakes: Optional garnish for a pretty tropical finish.
- Edible flowers: Optional, but perfect for the floral latte recipe aesthetic.
- Jasmine flowers or mint: Optional garnish for a fresh café-style look.
- Honey drizzle: Optional for extra sweetness and a beautiful finish.
Best Milk Options
Canned coconut milk makes the creamiest version, while carton coconut milk makes a lighter drink. You can also use coconut almond milk, oat milk, almond milk, or soy milk if you want a different texture. For the most café-style result, use coconut milk with a small spoon of coconut cream.
Flavor Variations
For a vanilla coconut jasmine tea latte, add extra vanilla. For a honey coconut version, sweeten only with honey. For a floral latte recipe with a dessert feel, add a tiny splash of lavender syrup or vanilla syrup. For a refreshing summer drink, serve it over crushed ice with toasted coconut on top.
