An elegant espresso-based latte featuring house-made lavender honey syrup and perfectly steamed milk. The delicate floral notes of culinary lavender complement the rich espresso, while local honey adds natural sweetness. This sophisticated drink showcases advanced milk texturing techniques and flavor balancing for a café-quality experience at home.
MethodEspresso
Prep time15
Coffee18g
Water36ml
Grind sizeFine
Water temp200°F
Instructions
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<h2>Lavender Honey Syrup</h2> <ol><li>Steep lavender buds in 2 tbsp hot water for 5 minutes</li><li>Strain and mix with honey until dissolved</li></ol> <h2>Espresso Preparation</h2> <ol><li>Grind 18g coffee beans to fine consistency</li><li>Dose and level grounds in portafilter</li><li>Tamp with 30lbs pressure using proper technique</li><li>Extract double shot in 25-30 seconds</li></ol> <h2>Milk Preparation</h2> <ol><li>Pour cold milk into steaming pitcher</li><li>Steam to 150-160°F creating microfoam</li><li>Tap pitcher and swirl to integrate texture</li></ol> <h2>Assembly</h2> <ol><li>Add 1 tbsp lavender honey syrup to cup</li><li>Pour extracted espresso over syrup</li><li>Pour steamed milk with latte art technique</li><li>Garnish with 2-3 lavender buds</li></ol>