Fragrant, creamy, and beautifully wintery, this Evergreen Vanilla Latte blends espresso, steamed milk, and rosemary-vanilla syrup for a soothing, luxurious drink.
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If you want a winter coffee that feels elegant, calming, and totally unique, the Evergreen Vanilla Latte is your new go-to. The rosemary infusion gives this drink a subtle woodsy aroma — think winter forest air meets creamy café comfort.
It’s the perfect choice for quiet mornings, holiday hosting, or when you want something festive without the sugar rush.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Latte
- Fragrant & herbal, not overly sweet
- Feels like a high-end café drink
- Rosemary + vanilla = stunning aroma
- Beautiful garnish for Instagram & Pinterest
- Easy to make—but impressively luxurious
🥣 Ingredients
For the Rosemary Vanilla Syrup
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup water
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Latte
- 2 shots espresso or ½ cup strong coffee
- 1 cup steamed milk
- 1–2 tbsp rosemary vanilla syrup
- Optional: extra rosemary sprig for garnish
🔥 How to Make the Evergreen Vanilla Latte
1. Make the Rosemary Vanilla Syrup
- Add water, sugar, and rosemary to a small saucepan.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Cool, strain, and store refrigerated up to 10 days.
2. Brew the Espresso
3. Steam the Milk
Heat until it’s hot with a soft froth on top.
4. Assemble the Latte
- Add 1–2 tbsp syrup to your mug.
- Pour in espresso.
- Top with steamed milk.
- Garnish with a small rosemary sprig for an elegant finishing touch.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use oat milk for a silky texture
- Add a pinch of sea salt to enhance herbal notes
- For stronger flavor, simmer the syrup with 3 rosemary sprigs
- A tiny dusting of nutmeg adds warmth
🌲 Delicious Variations
- Evergreen Mocha: Add 1 tbsp chocolate syrup
- Iced Evergreen Latte: Pour over ice + cold foam
- Vanilla Rosemary Chai: Replace espresso with chai
- Lavender Evergreen Latte: Add a pinch of dried lavender
🍪 Ideal Pairings
This latte pairs beautifully with:
- Almond cookies
- Shortbread
- Vanilla bean pastries
- Lemon rosemary scones
- Morning journaling or a cozy winter book