A clear glass mug of rich and foamy Lavender London Fog sitting on a counter with a single lavender flower bud resting on the counter. — This Lavender London Fog is cozy, creamy, frothy, and perfectly balanced with delicate floral notes and a subtle sweetness in every sip. Made with fragrant Earl Grey tea, my Easy Lavender Simple Syrup, two types of vanilla, and your favorite milk (dairy or non-dairy), this café-style drink is both comforting and elegant.

This recipe is a twist on the classic London Fog drink. To learn how to make this soothing London Fog recipe, see the printable recipe card below or take a look at the recipe video. For other recipe variations, visit the Pimp My Recipe section in my Blog Comments & Tips below.

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British, American

Servings: 1

Author: Prep My Recipe

LAVENDER LONDON FOG

This Lavender London Fog is cozy, creamy, frothy, and perfectly balanced with delicate floral notes and a subtle sweetness in every sip. Made with fragrant Earl Grey tea, my Easy Lavender Simple Syrup, two types of vanilla, and your favorite milk (dairy or non-dairy), this café-style drink is both comforting and elegant.

Prep Time: 10 MinTotal Time: 10 Min

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Ingredients

½ cup filtered water, boiling
2 Earl Grey tea bags (see Note #1)
6 ounces unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice - see Note #2)
¼ teaspoon organic vanilla bean paste (see Note #3)
½ tablespoon vanilla syrup
1 tablespoon Easy Lavender Simple Syrup

Instructions

To a 16 ounce mug, add tea bags.
Boil water, then pour over tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes (see Note #4). Once steeped, dunk them a few times, remove the tea bags, and discard.
Add milk of choice to a 16 ounce tall borosilicate glass measuring cup/pitcher, and heat in the microwave for about 1 minute, or until hot but not boiling. Or, you can use a pan on the stovetop to heat the milk, then transfer to a tall narrow measuring cup/pitcher.
To the hot milk, add vanilla bean paste, vanilla syrup, and Easy Lavender Simple Syrup. Using a handheld electric milk frother on low speed, whisk until frothy. To incorporate some of the foam into the milk, swirl and tap the pitcher a few times to get rid of the large bubbles.
Slowly pour the frothy milk into the tea, serve immediately, and enjoy!

Notes

You can also use decaf Earl Grey tea bags for this recipe. Keep in mind that it will be much weaker than regular caffeinated tea, so be sure to steep the decaf tea bags for about 5-7 minutes.
For a non-dairy milk alternative, unsweetened vanilla almond milk works best with the flavors in this drink recipe. If you are using dairy milk, try 2% milk or whole milk. Nonfat milk does not work well for a London Fog.
Use organic vanilla bean paste instead of vanilla extract. Vanilla extract does not add the same level of flavor to this recipe. Aside from the strength of flavor, vanilla bean paste adds tiny specks of vanilla seeds (aka: vanilla caviar) throughout the milk and foam.
Depending on your preferred tea strength, you can steep the tea bags from 3-5 minutes. Depending on your preferred tea strength, you can steep the tea bags from 3-5 minutes, but keep in mind that the milk will dilute the tea significantly - so you want a strong tea.
Makes one 10 ounce serving (16 ounces with froth).

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

114

Fat (grams)

2 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

0 g

Carbs (grams)

23 g

Fiber (grams)

1 g

Net carbs

23 g

Sugar (grams)

19 g

Protein (grams)

1 g

Sodium (milligrams)

239 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

0 mg

Nutritional information provided is strictly an estimate and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods. Nutritional calculations include values for unsweetened vanilla almond milk. Calories, sugars, and other values will change based on your milk of choice.

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SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Garnish with lavender buds

Make with dairy or non-dairy milk

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Cozy & comforting earl grey tea latte!

There’s something undeniably comforting about a warm London Fog latte, and this Lavender London Fog takes the classic café favorite to the next level with delicate floral notes from lavender, rich vanilla flavor, and a perfectly creamy and frothy finish. Made with fragrant Earl Grey tea, my Easy Lavender Simple Syrup, two types of vanilla, and your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk, this cozy drink is soothing and feels quite elegant.

The bold citrusy flavor of Earl Grey pairs beautifully with the subtle sweetness of lavender without overpowering the tea itself. Adding both vanilla syrup and vanilla bean paste creates a deeper, smoother flavor that pairs well with the fragrant lavender syrup, creating the perfect balance without that soapy flavor. Whether you prefer whole milk for extra richness or almond milk for a dairy-free version, this recipe is endlessly customizable. I prefer the flavor and texture of unsweetened vanilla almond milk in this recipe, as it has no sugar and a neutral taste that does not compete with the other flavors in this drink. Take a look at the Pimp My Recipe sections below for more tips on how to make this Lavender London Fog.

How do you ensure the best results from this recipe?

My 5 tips to making a great Lavender London Fog:

Use good quality tea. I like using Tazo organic Earl Grey tea bags. If you prefer a decaffeinated option, try Twinings decaffeinated Earl Grey tea bags.
Please use filtered water for this recipe, as you don’t want to ruin this drink with the taste of chlorine in tap water. Be sure to use boiling water to ensure the tea steeps properly.
Vanilla bean paste versus vanilla extract. Use organic vanilla bean paste instead of vanilla extract. Vanilla bean paste has a deeper flavor and vanilla seeds (aka: vanilla caviar) that add tiny vanilla specks throughout the milk and foam, which adds to the experience. Vanilla extract does not add the same level of flavor to this recipe.
All lavender syrups are not alike. Some are stronger or weaker, and the one you choose will impact the flavor of this recipe. Be sure to use my Easy Lavender Simple Syrup. It’s a simple recipe that can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for several weeks.
To get the best froth, it’s important to use the right tools. The size and shape of the measuring cup/pitcher makes a huge difference in the results of your foam. I love using this 16 ounce tall borosilicate glass measuring cup/pitcher, as it is microwave safe and the perfect shape for frothing milk. This handheld electric milk frother works perfectly on low speed, to yield a beautifully frothy milk without big bubbles.

It’s time to customize and Pimp My Recipe.

Pimp My Recipe:

Make it Decaffeinated: Replace the regular tea, with Twinings decaffeinated Earl Grey tea bags. Just be sure to steep it a little longer (about 5-7 minutes) to ensure it has the right strength to provide the right balance of flavor.
Make it Milder: If you are using regular caffeinated tea and prefer a milder tea flavor, then switch to this ratio. Use only 1 Earl Grey tea bag (steep for a full 5 minutes), and only 4 ounces unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice). Use the same amounts for all other ingredients as noted in the recipe.
Make the Classic London Fog: If you do not like the flavor of lavender, try making this recipe the classic way. Just omit the lavender simple syrup, and replace with 1 tablespoon of vanilla syrup. If you like it sweeter, use a total of 1 ½ tablespoons of vanilla syrup instead.

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Santé!

Mich

Footnote: Remember to use boiling filtered water for your tea. It makes a difference!

Adapted from the Lavender Earl Grey Tea Latte/London Fog recipe by siftandsimmer.com. I altered the original recipe ingredients and quantities for each element to create a more impactful flavor combination without overpowering the drink with that soapy taste of lavender.

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Lavender London Fog