Jasmine Green Tea Latte Recipe

1. Heat water

Bring 1.25 cups (300 ml) of filtered water to just under a boil (about 175–185°F / 80–85°C). If you don't have a thermometer, remove the water from heat when small bubbles form and steam increases.

2. Steep the tea

Add 2 tsp loose jasmine green tea (or 2 tea bags) to the hot water. Steep for 2.5–3 minutes for a bright floral flavor. Avoid steeping longer than 3.5 minutes to prevent bitterness.

3. Sweeten and strain

Remove the tea leaves or bags. Stir in 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon honey (if using) while the tea is hot so it dissolves fully. Allow the tea to cool slightly (3–5 minutes) while you prepare the milk.

4. Combine milks

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup whole milk and 1/4 cup almond milk. Heat gently over medium-low until warm but not boiling (around 140–150°F / 60–65°C), stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.

5. Flavor and optional matcha

Whisk in 1/4 tsp vanilla extract. If you want a slightly greener color and deeper grassy note, whisk in 1/4 tsp matcha powder until fully dissolved and no lumps remain.

6. Froth the milk

Froth the warm milk mixture using a handheld milk frother, French press (pump ~15–20 times), or steam wand until it is silky and has microfoam—about 30–45 seconds with a frother. If making iced, you can chill the milk briefly or froth cold milk (cold froth yields a thicker foam).

7. For a hot jasmine green tea latte: Pour the sweetened jasmine tea into a 12-ounce cup (~1 cup of tea). Slowly pour the frothed milk over the tea, holding back foam with a spoon and then spooning the foam on top. If desired, dust with 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon or a pinch of lemon zest and garnish with edible jasmine petals.

8. For an iced jasmine green tea latte: Fill a 12-ounce glass with 1 cup ice cubes. Pour the sweetened jasmine tea over the ice. Gently pour the cold or chilled frothed milk over the tea. Stir once if you prefer even mixing. Garnish with dried jasmine petals or a light dusting of cinnamon/zest.

9. Taste and adjust: Taste the latte and add more honey or sugar to taste if you prefer it sweeter. Serve immediately so the foam is at its best.