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    Home » Drinks

    Lavender Syrup Coffee

    October 10, 2022 by cookingwithelo 1 Comment This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Who would have thought that lavender and coffee would pair so well together?! This lavender syrup coffee is slightly out of the ordinary and perfect for slow mornings. The subtle lavender flavor really transforms a classic latte and makes it taste like the newest creation from your local coffee shop.

    Lavender coffee with milk foam and a small bundle of dried lavender in the background.

    Did you know that you can easily make lavender syrup at home using lavender flowers, water and sugar? Adding a little bit of that syrup to your favorite latte recipe will add pleasant floral notes that feel super cozy and calming.

    You can drink this lavender syrup coffee two different ways: either warm with frothed milk (as pictured) or over ice by using cold brew coffee. Feel free to experiment with the rest of the lavender syrup and use it in iced tea and cocktails.

    Jump to:
    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Key ingredients and substitutions
    • Elo's tips
    • How to make homemade lavender syrup
    • Step-by-step instructions
    • Watch the video!
    • Frequently asked questions
    • The recipe

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • It's so incredibly easy to make (even the lavender syrup). You only need a few basic ingredients that you most certainly already have at home and some culinary lavender that's pretty easy to source.
    • It's cheaper than buying overpriced coffee at the newest coffee shop.
    • You can make exactly as you like by using your favorite coffee and milk and by adjusting the sweetness.

    Key ingredients and substitutions

    Ingredients for lavender syrup coffee in small bowls with descriptive labels.
    • Coffee: a double espresso works great for this recipe. You can make it in a coffee machine, a French press or a Bialetti. But instant coffee or filter coffee work, too.
    • Lavender simple syrup: you can use store-bought or follow our lavender syrup recipe below. I like to make my own with culinary-grade lavender and white sugar or pure cane sugar. Try to avoid any stronger-flavored sugars like brown and coconut sugar.
    • Non-dairy milk: oat milk, soy milk, or cashew milk are my go-to's for their relatively neutral flavor. You can use whole milk if not vegan.

    See recipe card for detailed measurements and instructions.

    Elo's tips

    1. Store leftover lavender buds in an airtight container in a dark and dry place (just like other herbs). It will stay fragrant for 1 to 3 years.
    2. Make your own lavender syrup for a really deep lavender flavor. It tastes so much better compared to the artificially flavored store-bought syrups. If you're getting one from the store for convenience (I get that!), I highly recommend the Agroposta lavender syrup that's made without real lavender.
    3. I LOVE this hand-held milk frother and use it all the time. It's super convenient and easy to clean. It has definitely changed the game for me when it comes to homemade lattes.

    How to make homemade lavender syrup

    Water, granulated sugar and dried lavender in small bowls on a light grey backdrop.

    STEP 1: Heat. Add equal parts of water and sugar to a small saucepan (just like you would for a basic simple syrup recipe). Next, add in your culinary lavender buds

    Saucepan with water, sugar and lavender buds on an electric cooktop.

    STEP 2: Simmer and steep. Simmer over low-medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved. Then, remove the pan from the heat and let it steep for 10 more minutes. Make sure to set a timer and remove the lavender in time to prevent your syrup from getting a soapy taste.

    Fine-mesh sieve with lavender buds over a bowl filled with lavender syrup.

    STEP 3: Strain. Pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer or a nut milk bag. Repeat the process until there are no lavender residues left.

    Hand pouring lavender syrup in a glass bottle through a red funnel.

    STEP 4: Cool. Transfer the syrup to a clean glass bottle and let it come to room temperature. Once it has cooled down completely, store it in the refrigerator.

    The recipe below yields ½ cup of syrup. That's just enough for 2 weeks of lavender syrup coffee.

    Step-by-step instructions

    Freshly brewed espresso, milk and lavender syrup in small bowls on a white marble board.

    STEP 1: Brew your coffee. You can use an espresso machine, a French press or a filter coffee machine. The goal is to make coffee just like you love it and enhance it with a touch of lavender.

    Hand pouring lavender syrup into a ribbed glass cup with coffee.

    STEP 2: Pour your hot coffee or a shot of espresso into a mug. Add in the lavender syrup and give it a gentle stir.

    Hand pouring frothed milk into a ribbed glass cup with coffee.

    STEP 3: Froth your milk of choice. I like to use a handheld milk frother. Heat your milk on the stove or in the microwave. Then, move the frother up and down to make it foam.

    Lavender coffee with milk foam and a small bundle of dried lavender in the background.

    STEP 4: Pour the milk foam into your cup using to coffee to milk ratio that you prefer. Give it a taste and add more lavender syrup if the flavor or sweetness is too subtle.

    Watch the video!

    Frequently asked questions

    What types of lavender are best for making lavender syrup?

    Technically, you can use any type of lavender for lavender syrup. However, make sure you're using culinary-grade lavender for cooking. Culinary lavender, also known as English lavender has fewer essential oils than aromatic lavender used in perfumes or soaps. It's sweeter and won't give you that soapy taste.

    Where can you buy culinary lavender?

    You may be able to get culinary lavender at your local farmers market (fresh or dried) or in grocery stores. If you can't find it there, you can always order it online.

    How do you store lavender syrup?

    In general, you can store homemade flavored syrups in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. If you're using store-bought syrup, follow the indications on the bottle.

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    The recipe

    Lavender flavored latte in a ribbed glass cup with milk foam and topped with lavender buds.

    Lavender Syrup Coffee

    5 from 1 vote
    This lavender syrup coffee is perfect for slow mornings. Adding a little bit of that syrup to your favorite latte recipe will add pleasant floral notes that feel super cozy and calming.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Author: Eloïse Jennes

    Equipment

    • Handheld milk frother

    Ingredients 

    For the syrup

    • ½ cup water
    • ½ cup sugar
    • 2 tablespoons culinary-grade dried lavender blossoms

    For the coffee

    • 2 shots of espresso French press coffee, filter coffee or cold brew work, too
    • 1 tablespoon lavender syrup see notes for homemade syrup recipe
    • ½ cup plant-based milk of choice
    • ½ teaspoon lavender buds for garnish

    Instructions

    For the syrup

    • Add the water, sugar and lavender to a small saucepan. Heat it over medium-low until the sugar has completely dissolved.
    • Remove the syrup from the heat and let it steep for 10 more minutes. Make sure to set a time.
    • Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve twice. Then, transfer it to a glass bottle and let it cool completely.

    For the coffee

    • Add the espresso and lavender syrup to a cup. You'll need about 1 tablespoon of syrup per cup.
    • Heat and froth your milk of choice with an electric milk frother. Pour it into your cup and enjoy.

    Video

    Notes

    1. Notes on culinary lavender: technically, all lavender is edible. However, make sure you're using culinary-grade lavender for cooking. Culinary lavender, also known as English lavender has fewer essential oils than aromatic lavender used in perfumes or soaps. It's sweeter and won't give you that soapy taste.
    2. Store the lavender syrup in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. Make sure to use it in iced teas and cocktails, as well.
    3. Store leftover lavender buds in an airtight container in a dark and dry place (just like other herbs). It will stay fragrant for 1 to 3 years.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g
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    1. Cynthia Crawley

      January 29, 2023 at 1:31 pm

      Hi, These delightful coffee recipes are really making me buzz still! Great tips for all coffee addicts (like me). I love to read every blog related to coffee. So, your ideas are very creative and useful. Thank you very much for sharing this with us.

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