Iced Lavender Cream Chai (Starbucks Copycat) Recipe
Introduction
This Iced Lavender Cream Chai is a refreshing twist on the classic chai latte, inspired by Starbucks’ popular drink. With fragrant lavender cold foam and a blend of chai spices, it’s perfect for a quick, flavorful pick-me-up on warm days.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tbsp whole milk
- 1 tbsp lavender syrup
- 1-2 drops purple food coloring (optional for purple color)
- ½ cup chai tea concentrate
- ½ cup milk of choice (2% recommended)
- Ice
Instructions
- Step 1: Make the lavender cold foam by combining heavy cream, whole milk, lavender syrup, and purple food coloring (if using) in a small jar or container. Froth using a milk frother for 10-20 seconds until foamy and thickened. Set aside.
- Step 2: Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in the chai tea concentrate. Add your choice of milk, then stir to combine.
- Step 3: Spoon the lavender cold foam on top of the chai mixture and enjoy immediately.
Tips & Variations
- Use oat milk or almond milk for a dairy-free version that still tastes creamy.
- If you don’t have a milk frother, shake the cream and syrup mixture vigorously in a sealed jar until foamy.
- Adjust the lavender syrup to taste, adding more for a stronger floral note or less for subtlety.
Storage
It’s best to enjoy this drink fresh to keep the foam light and creamy. You can prepare the chai concentrate in advance and keep it refrigerated for up to 5 days. Do not store the foam separately, as it will lose its texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade chai tea concentrate for this recipe?
Yes, homemade chai concentrate works perfectly and allows you to control the sweetness and spice levels to your preference.
What if I don’t have lavender syrup?
You can substitute with vanilla syrup or honey to add sweetness, but the floral lavender flavor will be missing. Alternatively, you can try adding a small amount of culinary lavender infused in simple syrup.
PrintIced Lavender Cream Chai (Starbucks Copycat) Recipe
This Iced Lavender Cream Chai is a refreshing Starbucks copycat recipe that combines fragrant lavender syrup with rich chai tea concentrate and creamy cold foam. Perfect for a sweet, floral twist on classic iced chai beverages, it blends smooth, chilled chai with a frothy lavender-infused topping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Lavender Cold Foam
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tbsp whole milk
- 1 tbsp lavender syrup
- 1–2 drops purple food coloring (optional for purple color)
Iced Chai
- ½ cup chai tea concentrate
- ½ cup milk of choice (2% milk recommended)
- Ice (as needed)
Instructions
- Make the lavender cold foam: Add the heavy cream, whole milk, lavender syrup, and optional purple food coloring to a small jar or container. Use a milk frother to froth the mixture for 10-20 seconds until it becomes thick and foamy. Set this lavender-infused foam aside.
- Prepare the iced chai: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour the chai tea concentrate over the ice, followed by the milk of your choice. Stir gently to combine all liquids evenly.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon the prepared lavender cold foam on top of the iced chai mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, floral layers of this iced beverage.
Notes
- Use cold milk and chilled chai concentrate for the best iced experience.
- The purple food coloring is optional and serves to enhance the lavender foam’s visual appeal.
- You can substitute whole milk with any milk alternative such as almond, oat, or soy milk.
- If you don’t have a milk frother, shaking the mixture vigorously in a jar can create some foam, though it may not be as thick.
- Adjust lavender syrup quantity according to your sweetness and floral preference.
Keywords: Iced Lavender Cream Chai, Starbucks Copycat, Lavender Cold Foam, Chai Tea Concentrate, Iced Chai Latte, Floral Iced Drink
