Peppermint Tea Latte (Print Version)

A cozy blend of peppermint tea and frothy milk with subtle sweetness for a refreshing drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tea

01 - 2 peppermint tea bags
02 - 1 cup boiling water (240 ml)

→ Milk

03 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy alternative, 240 ml)

→ Sweetener (optional)

04 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or sugar

→ Garnish (optional)

05 - Whipped cream
06 - Crushed peppermint candies or a sprinkle of cocoa powder

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place the peppermint tea bags in a heatproof mug or teapot. Pour the boiling water over the tea bags and steep for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags.
02 - Meanwhile, heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat or in the microwave until hot but not boiling. Froth the milk using a milk frother, whisk, or by shaking it vigorously in a jar with a tight lid until foam forms.
03 - Divide the brewed peppermint tea evenly between two mugs. Stir in the sweetener if using.
04 - Pour the hot, frothed milk over the tea in each mug, distributing evenly.
05 - Optionally, top with whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies or cocoa powder. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in just 10 minutes, which means you can make it on weekday mornings without any fuss or stress
  • The natural peppermint flavor feels luxurious without being overly sweet, like you're treating yourself to something special
  • It works beautifully with any milk you have on hand, so everyone at your table can enjoy it their own way
02 -
  • Don't skip the five-minute steep time. I learned this the hard way when I tried to rush and ended up with weak, pale tea that tasted like hot water with a hint of mint.
  • The milk temperature matters more than you'd think. If it's too cold, your beautiful tea cools down immediately. If it's too hot, it can curdle slightly and lose that silky texture.
03 -
  • If you don't have a milk frother, warming your milk in the microwave for about 90 seconds and then whisking it vigorously creates surprisingly good foam that stays on top
  • Keep a small jar of crushed peppermint candies in your pantry so you can garnish these lattes whenever the craving hits—it's a tiny thing that makes a big difference in how special the drink feels

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