Starbucks London Fog Latte

This Starbucks London Fog Latte is warm, creamy, and full of comforting flavors. Made with Earl Grey tea, vanilla syrup, and frothed milk, it’s a simple homemade version of the popular Starbucks drink. Perfect for a cozy morning or an afternoon treat!

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Ingredients Needed:

• 1 cup water
• 2 Earl Grey tea bags
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 1 ounce vanilla syrup

How To Make London Fog Latte?

1. Steep the tea: Bring the water to a boil, then pour it into a mug. Add the tea bags and let them steep for 3–5 minutes. Remove the tea bags.
2. Heat the milk: Warm the milk in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until hot.
3. Froth the milk: Use a milk frother to create foam. If you don’t have one, shake the warm milk in a jar with a lid until frothy.
4. Assemble the latte: Stir the vanilla syrup into the tea. Pour the frothed milk over it and spoon any remaining foam on top.

Recipe Tips:

• Use Fresh Earl Grey Tea Bags: The flavor of your latte depends on the quality of the tea. Use fresh, high-quality Earl Grey tea bags for the best taste. Old or stale tea will make the drink taste weak.
• Don’t Over-Steep the Tea: Steeping the tea for more than 5 minutes can make it bitter. For a smooth and flavorful latte, remove the tea bags after 3–5 minutes.
• Heat the Milk, But Don’t Boil It: Warm the milk until hot but not boiling (about 60–70°C). Boiling milk can change the taste and texture, making it less creamy.
• Froth the Milk Properly: For the best results, use a milk frother to create a thick, creamy foam. If you don’t have one, shake the hot milk in a jar with a lid or whisk it vigorously.
• Add the Vanilla Syrup Last: Stir in the vanilla syrup after the tea is steeped to keep the flavor strong and well-balanced. Adding it too early can make the drink too sweet or dilute the tea flavor.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Cool the latte to room temperature, then store it in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Reheat the tea and add fresh frothed milk before drinking.
• Reheat: Pour the latte into a small pot and warm it over low heat, stirring occasionally. Do not let it boil, as this can change the taste.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 194 kcal
• Total Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 19mg
• Sodium: 139mg
• Potassium: 348mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 32g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 33g
• Protein: 8g