Sakura Latte Recipe

Pouring frothed milk into tea to finish a homemade Sakura Latte

A creamy and delicately floral Sakura Latte inspired by Japanese cherry blossom season. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s perfect for spring mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up.

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Course: Drinks, Latte, Nonalcoholic

Cuisine: Japanese, Asian-Inspired, Spring

Keyword: Best sakura latte recipe, Sakura latte recipe easy, Sakura Latte Starbucks

Prep Time: 3

Cook Time: 2

Syrup Steeping: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 160kcal

Cost: $3

Equipment

1 Small saucepan
1 Fine-mesh strainer
1 Milk frother or whisk
1 Tea kettle or espresso machine
1 Clear glass mug

Ingredients

Ingredients for Syrup

2 tablespoon Dried Sakura Flowers or 1 tablespoon cherry blossom extract
½ cup Granulated Sugar
½ cup Water
¼ teaspoon Salt enhances floral notes
1–2 drops Pink Food Coloring optionala

Ingredients for Latte

1 cup Milk whole milk or oat milk preferred
½ cup White Tea or 1 shot espresso for variation
2 tablespoon Sakura Syrup adjust to taste
Whipped Cream optional, for topping
Dried Sakura Flowers or pink sugar for garnish

Instructions

Make the syrup by simmering sakura flowers with sugar, salt, and water. Let steep and strain.
Brew strong white tea or prepare espresso and set aside.
Heat milk until steaming, then froth using your preferred method.
In a glass, combine syrup, tea, and milk. Top with foam and garnish.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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