How Can I Use Lavender Syrup?

Think of lavender syrup as just like any other flavored simple syrup. You can add it to any coffee and/or tea (check your local coffee shop the next time you go and you'll see a slew of different flavored syrups!) Simple syrups can also be used in cocktails, mocktails, and any other beverage you care to sweeten.

Does this taste like Starbucks version?

With any 'copycat' recipe there will be some slight variations. The taste is different for one, because it has a ton less added sugar. As I've instructed here, it's definitely not as sweet. Adjust based on your preferences, however, remember, the key is aiming to decrease our total added sugar throughout the day. I'm not drinking this latte every day. Starbucks uses oat milk and oat milk is typically sweeter in taste than other alternative milks. Starbucks uses a lavender powder and not a syrup. The powder has sugar, salt, lavender flavor, and some 'natural' coloring. Additionally, they use a matcha powder and their matcha too has added sugar. Starbucks was WAY too sweet for me and I asked for half the amount of sweetener (whether in the foam and/or matcha). Theirs tasted super fruity, subtle on the lavender side, but basically like a dessert in a drink. Try out my version and remember, you can always add more sugar if needed, however, you can't take it out once added. See my other Starbuck's copycat drinks below!

Iced Lavender Cream Matcha Latte

Ingredients

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Lavender Cream

1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup half and half
1 tablespoon lavender simple syrup
Food Coloring *Optional: 1-2 drops purple; OR 1 drop red mixed with 2 drops blue

Iced Matcha Latte

2 teaspoons matcha powder
1–2 tablespoons hot water
1/2 cup cold water
12–ounces milk of choice
Sweetener, *optional

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Instructions

Make lavender simple syrup if making homemade OR use a store bought.
Add in a measuring cup or bowl the matcha powder (you can sift it as an extra step, however, the hot water and whisking will help it mix up without clumps). Pour in 1 to 2 tablespoons of hot water and whisk until the matcha has fully incorporated into the water.
Pour in the remaining 1/2 cup of water and stir. You can transfer the mixture to the fridge to chill while you make the lavender cold foam. Add any sweetener if you are using.
Froth: in a small glass, combine heavy cream, half and half and lavender syrup. Froth mixture for 15-25 seconds until light and foamy, but not too much as you don’t want to form stiff peaks.
Fill your glasses with ice. Add 3/4 cup of the milk of your choice to each glass. Pour in the 1/2 of the mixture of chilled matcha to each glass and stir.
Top iced matcha with lavender cold foam. Enjoy!

Author: Amy's Nutrition Kitchen
Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 5
Category: Drinks