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Lavender Milk Tea Recipe

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Lavender Milk Tea is a soothing and fragrant beverage made by steeping culinary lavender in hot water, then blending it with warm milk. This delicate tea offers a floral aroma balanced with creamy richness, perfect for a calming drink served hot or iced with optional natural sweeteners and a hint of vanilla.

Ingredients

Tea Base

  • 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender
  • 2 cups water

Milk

  • 2 cups milk (any kind: dairy or plant-based)

Optional Additions

  • Honey or sugar, to taste
  • Vanilla extract, for flavor enhancement

Instructions

  1. Boil Water and Steep Lavender: In a small pot or kettle, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the 2 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender, then remove from heat. Allow the lavender to steep for about 5 minutes to infuse the water with its floral flavor.
  2. Heat the Milk: In a separate pot, gently heat 2 cups of your chosen milk over medium heat until it is steaming but not boiling, which helps preserve its natural sweetness and prevents curdling.
  3. Strain and Combine: Strain the lavender-infused water through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove any lavender bits. Pour the warm milk into the strained lavender tea and stir gently to combine.
  4. Add Sweetener and Flavor (Optional): Stir in honey or sugar to your preferred level of sweetness. For an extra depth of flavor, add a few drops of vanilla extract and mix well.
  5. Serve: Enjoy the lavender milk tea hot for a comforting experience, or let it cool and serve over ice for a refreshing twist.

Notes

  • Use dried culinary lavender specifically intended for cooking to ensure safety and quality.
  • You can substitute any type of milk according to dietary preferences, such as almond, oat, or soy milk for a vegan option.
  • Adjust the steeping time based on how strong you want the lavender flavor to be; longer steeping results in a more potent floral taste.
  • Sweeteners are optional; try the tea unsweetened to appreciate the natural flavors.
  • Storing the tea overnight may intensify flavors but could also turn slightly bitter, so consume fresh if possible.

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