Description
This refreshing Iced Golden Milk Latte combines the anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric with the creamy richness of your choice of milk, sweetened naturally with maple syrup and enhanced with warming spices. Perfect for a revitalizing and healthy boost on a warm day, this drink is easy to make, dairy-free adaptable, and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Milk and Sweetener
- 2-3 cups Milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 3 tablespoons Maple syrup (or honey/agave as substitutes)
Spices and Flavorings
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground turmeric
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 pinch Ground black pepper
- 1 pinch Ground cardamom
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Other
- Ice (as needed to chill the latte)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, pour in the milk of your choice followed by maple syrup, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground black pepper, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract. Add ice cubes to achieve a refreshing chill.
- Shake Vigorously: Secure the lid tightly on the shaker and shake the mixture vigorously for about 2 minutes until everything is well blended and frothy, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed.
- Prepare Glasses: Fill your serving glasses with fresh ice cubes to keep the latte cool when served.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the shaken golden milk latte into the prepared glasses over the fresh ice. Serve immediately to enjoy the rich flavor and cooling effect.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup depending on your preference and dietary needs.
- Adjust the amount of spices to taste—more turmeric for stronger health benefits or more cinnamon for additional warmth.
- Use plant-based milk for a vegan or dairy-free version.
- Shaking the latte ensures a frothy texture and better integration of spices.
- Add extra ice if you prefer a colder, more diluted drink.
