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The creamy, milky, frothy essence that is a Vanilla Latte comes from a top-quality coffee bean, and when infused with a sweet vanilla syrup that tastes like heaven in a sip, you know this festive season is going to be a great one. 

There are many varieties and variations of coffee but for a holiday brew that will keep you going through the endless days of parties, gatherings, and having friends over this version will do the trick.

And essentially a latte is made with a stronger, darker roasted bean blend but for a more subtle flavor profile while still maintaining a great taste you want to try the Adrenaline Junkie Light Roast Blend from Twisted Goat Coffee. It has gorgeous notes of chocolate and toffee, currants that perfectly compliment this festive time, and is strong enough to fuel the fire yet light enough not to be overconfident. Perfectly balanced.

Vanilla Latte History

This claimed Italian-originated (invented) beverage which translates to coffee and milk has become a staple in cafes across the globe, and in many European homes too for those of us who believe in every day being a luxury and enjoying the finer things that life has to offer.

As each country adds its signature twist to the drink or when and how to serve this vanilla latte variety one thing remains a constant and that is to use top-quality coffee. Without this crucial ingredient, your drink may not have the chance to shine as it should, nor offer you the caffeine kick you know and love to perform during the day.

Since the seventeenth century coffee, and more so latte, has been served hot with the breakfast meal, but as times change we now also see it after lunches or brunch and in restaurants not only coffee houses.

Many companies have created a version of their own as we see with the Vanilla Latte Starbucks sensation that is uniquely delicious, but now, you can make this at home for you and your loved one and never have to get out of your pajamas.

How To Make a Vanilla Latte At Home

The feeling of still being cozy first thing in the morning when the sun is just about waking up and the birds are stretching their wings ready to tackle the day there is no better smell than the aroma of freshly made coffee, enveloped in a hot, frothed milk with a touch of foam on top and a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg if you are feeling generous. 

Only now, we have the gorgeously velvet vanilla syrup (homemade is better if you have a moment to make a batch) to add to the coffee mixture transforming your simple yet tasty coffee into a magazine-worthy looking vanilla latte that is as impressive looking as it is delicious. All you need is a few moments, and a handful of ingredients most of which we already have on hand, and every morning this holiday season could be a magical one.

How To Make A Vanilla Latte

Ingredient Notes

• 1 ½ cup Of Frothed Milk – You may use 2% milk as is done for the vanilla latte Starbucks version, or regular whole fat, and even vegan-friendly almond or soy milk works perfectly as well. A milk frother is the easiest way to go!
  
  
• 2 Tbsp Of Vanilla Syrup – Homemade vanilla syrup or store-bought syrup
  
  
• 2 Shots Of Espresso Coffee (4oz) – To get as close as you can to the café coffee-style beverage you so love you will want to try the Twisted Goat Coffee Explore Dark Roast Blend. It not only has the punch you want to ignite your morning fire but is beautifully balanced and the taste is complimented by caramel, cocoa, and almond to round up the flavor profiles for comfort drinking at its best.

Step By Step Instructions

Step 1 – Grab Your Coffee Mug

Add the vanilla syrup (homemade or store-bought) to your coffee mug, and top it with 2 shots (roughly 4 oz) of creamy espresso to melt and envelop the syrup.

Step 2 – Add Frothed Milk

You can use a simple handheld milk frothing machine or bring the milk up to a boil on the stovetop and whisk it to create a good amount of froth. If you are using a frothing machine be sure not to over whip the milk which would lead to more foam than milk and would mean your vanilla latte is now a traditional cappuccino. The key is to top the coffee mixture with 90% milk and add a light layer of foam and festive sprinkles.

Expert Tips

• Don’t turn your latte into a cappuccino! The difference between a latte and cappuccino is the amount of foam in the cup. A latte should have more steam milk and light topping of foam, less foam if you desire a flat white latte.
• As milk is steamed or frothed it increases in volume. To get 1 1/2 cups of steamed milk, start with 1 cup cold milk.
• Making homemade vanilla syrup is so easy and adds the best flavor. With just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes, you can skip the store-bought syrup.

Starbucks Vanilla Latte Summary

During the holidays gifting is a big affair and nothing is better than a coffee gift basket filled with goodies, sweet treats and snacks, and top-quality coffee beans alongside a homemade (tried and tested) recipe book. If your family are coffee lovers then you want to dazzle them with your vanilla latte Starbucks copycat version this season, and then gift them with a Twisted Goat Coffee hamper. Be sure to add in the dark and light roast options, or for something in between the Wild West Medium Roast Blend with cherries, sweet, and milk chocolate elegantly combined, you can’t go wrong. This festive period the vanilla latte is making a comeback and shows no signs of slowing down, so be sure to have your pantry and coffee station stocked so you can enjoy the coziness of great-tasting coffee.

Waking up to a kitchen filled with a creamy, decadent coffee smell encourages us to embrace the day, to live life to the fullest, and is an aroma that can change lives. Coffee has brought the corners of the world together and has allowed cultures and traditions to co-exist, so let’s bring our family closer together this holiday time over fresh mugs of coffee filled with love.

Make a vanilla latte your way, homemade with love and above all else, let’s get caffeinated.