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How to make a tea latte
Tea
When it comes to making tea lattes, it’s best to stick with black teas. They’re the strongest of the bunch, and will guarantee a full-flavoured brew that can stand up to plenty of milk. Matcha’s the exception to the rule and we’ve got all the inside tricks on making matcha here. See below for our fave black teas to turn into a latte!
Melbourne BreakfastOne of our fave sips to pair with the first meal of the day, the vanilla partners perfectly with hot creamy milk!
Creme BruleeLoaded with toasty, burnt caramel flavours, we love turning this dessert-inspired drop into a creamy milk concoction.
New York BreakfastCinnamon and vanilla are the standout players in this comforting cup of pancake-inspired goodness!
Caramel BrownieThe ultimate in indulgent sipping, drink up stacks of super sweet caramel and choc flavours.
AssamWhen we just want a straight up classic tea latte without all the extras, we love combining Assam’s malty, full-bodied flavours with milk.
Milk
Curious about which milk’s the right one for your tea latte brew? We’ve done the hard work and tested a few different milks to bring you a little guide to which milks bring out the best of our top latte teas. Just a guide to get you started, you’ve got the green light to experiment with tea flavours and your fave milks – what crazy combos and sip-worthy flavours can you create!
| Cow's milk | Soy milk | Almond milk | Coconut milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Breakfast | ||||
| Creme Brulee | ||||
| New York Breakfast | ||||
| Caramel Brownie | ||||
| Assam |
How to make a tea latte
You'll need
- 3-4 teaspoons black tea of choice
- 200 ml/7 fl oz boiling water
- 150 ml/5 fl oz hot milk of choice
- Honey or sweetener, optional
How to
- Infuse tea in boiling water for 4-6 minutes then strain or remove infuser.
- Add hot milk to T2 Milking It Milk Frother and pump until frothy.
- Add hot frothy milk to the tea and sweeten if desired.
Latte recipes to try in your own kitchen
Salted Caramel Latte
Top off this delicious caramel-esque latte with a sprinkle of salt and you’ll be hooked from the very first sip!
Toffee Brulee Latte
What a treat! Creamy caramelised toffee notes will send your tastebuds into a spin!
Turmeric Latte
A golden goodie, this rooibos and turmeric tea latte is loaded with downright delish creamy, spiced flavours!
Shop our top tea latte picks
Melbourne Breakfast
Indulge a little with this full-bodied vanilla sweet tea – bound to keep you cosy all year 'round.
Creme Brulee
A decadent sweet treat. Velvety vanilla plays with rich caramel and smooth hazelnuts in a gorgeously golden brew.
New York Breakfast
A full-bodied black tea boasting the taste of hot pancakes, inspired by a perfect New York moment.
Caramel Brownie
A baker's blend of rich chocolate and gooey caramel.
Assam
A dark, twisted leaf with golden tips produces a burgundy infusion with robust flavours.