Description
This Blueberry Iced Latte is a refreshing and fruity twist on the classic iced latte, combining fresh blueberry syrup with smooth espresso and milk for a deliciously vibrant and cool beverage perfect for warm days or anytime you want a flavorful coffee treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Syrup:
- 1 cup Fresh Blueberries
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1/2 cup Cane Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Drink:
- 4 fluid ounces Milk
- 2 fluid ounces Espresso, cooled
- Ice, as desired
Instructions
- Make Blueberry Syrup: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine fresh blueberries, water, cane sugar, and vanilla extract. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring frequently until the blueberries have burst and the liquid has slightly reduced.
- Strain the Syrup: Pour the cooked blueberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve, using the back of a spoon to press and extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids and allow the syrup to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glass: Fill a tall glass with ice to your preferred level to chill the drink.
- Assemble the Latte: Pour the cooled blueberry syrup into the glass, then add the milk and cooled espresso. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Your fruity and refreshing Blueberry Iced Latte is ready to enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of cane sugar in the syrup.
- Cool the espresso before mixing to prevent melting the ice too quickly and diluting the drink.
- To make it vegan, ensure the milk and sugar used are plant-based and vegan certified.
- The blueberry syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: blueberry iced latte, blueberry syrup, iced coffee, blueberry coffee drink, summer coffee, fruity latte
