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Homemade London Fog Latte

Homemade London Fog Latte

Learn how to make the perfect homemade London Fog tea latte with this easy recipe. Rivals Starbucks and ready in just 10 minutes!
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Course: Hot Drinks
Cuisine: Canadian-British
Keyword: London Fog Latte
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 120kcal
Cost: $0.85

Equipment

  • Electric kettle or stovetop kettle
  • Milk frother or small saucepan
  • Large mug (12-16 oz capacity)
  • Tea strainer (if using loose leaf tea)
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cup

Ingredients

For one serving :

  • 2 2Earl Grey tea bags (high-quality for best results)
  • 1 cup 240g hot water (208°F/97°C)
  • ¾ cup 180g whole milk (or plant-based alternative)
  • 2-3 teaspoon 15g vanilla syrup (or 2.5g/½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
  • 1-2 teaspoon 7-14g honey or sweetener of choice
  • ¼ teaspoon Optional: 0.5g dried culinary lavender (for lavender London Fog variation)

Instructions

Prepare the Tea Base

  • Heat water to just below boiling (208°F/97°C)
  • Place Earl Grey tea bags in your mug
  • Pour hot water over the tea bags
  • Let steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on desired strength
  • Remove tea bags, gently squeezing out excess liquid

Steam and Froth the Milk

  • While tea steeps, heat milk in a small saucepan or milk frother
  • If using a saucepan, heat until small bubbles form around the edges
  • Froth milk using a handheld frother or by whisking vigorously
  • For extra smoothness, strain milk if needed

Combine and Finish

  • Add vanilla syrup or extract to the steeped tea
  • Stir in honey or sweetener until dissolved
  • Slowly pour in the steamed milk while holding back the foam
  • Top with remaining milk foam
  • Optional: dust with a tiny pinch of culinary lavender

Notes

  • Use fresh Earl Grey tea for the best bergamot flavor
  • Don't oversteep the tea to avoid bitterness
  • Heat milk slowly to achieve the perfect creamy texture
  • Adjust sweetness gradually to taste
  • For an iced version, double-strength brew the tea and serve over ice

Nutrition

Serving: 360g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2.8g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 190mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 0.3mg