Hot Chamomile Tea Latte Recipe

Heat water

Bring fresh water to just under a boil (about 200°F / 93°C). If you don't have a thermometer, bring to a rolling boil then let sit 30–45 seconds.

Place 2 tsp dried chamomile flowers (or 1 chamomile tea bag) into a 12 oz cup or small French press. Pour 8 oz hot water over the chamomile.

Cover and steep for 4–6 minutes, depending on desired strength. Longer steeping yields a stronger herbal flavor. Strain or remove the tea bag and set the brewed chamomile tea aside.

Measure 4 oz milk into a small saucepan or frothing pitcher. Add 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup) and 1 tsp vanilla extract if using.

Warm the milk over low–medium heat until it reaches about 150°F (65°C) — small bubbles will appear around the edges but it should not boil. If using a thermometer, stop heating at 150°F; otherwise heat until steaming and hot to the touch (about 2–3 minutes).

Froth the milk: use a handheld frother, milk steamer, or French press. Froth until microfoam forms and volume increases slightly (about 20–40 seconds with a frother, longer with a French press). If you want more foam, use the extra 2 oz milk: steam or heat it and foam separately to top the latte.

Pour the brewed chamomile (about 8 oz) into the warmed 12 oz cup if not already there. Stir the tea briefly to distribute any remaining honey dissolved in the milk later.

Slowly pour the warmed, frothed milk (about 4 oz) into the chamomile tea, holding back the foam with a spoon. Then spoon the foam on top to fill the cup to 12 oz.

Taste and adjust sweetness; add a little more honey or maple syrup if desired and stir gently.

Garnish with a light dusting of ground cinnamon or nutmeg (about 1/8 tsp) if desired. Serve immediately.