Introduction
I make this Jasmine Green Tea Latte every morning when I want something warm, slightly floral, and a little lighter than coffee. Strongly brewed jasmine green tea combined with steamed or frothed milk and a touch of honey — it’s simple, calming, and genuinely delicious.
What makes this jasmine green tea latte recipe different from a standard green tea latte is the jasmine. The floral notes from jasmine tea pair beautifully with warm milk in a way that feels elegant without being complicated.
This comes together in about 10 minutes with just a few ingredients and no fancy equipment required. A small saucepan and a whisk or handheld frother are all you need.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Jasmine Green Tea Latte is warm, floral, and naturally calming — a perfect alternative to coffee when you want something lighter.
It takes 10 minutes with ingredients you can find in any grocery store or online.
This easy homemade green tea latte costs a fraction of what coffee shops charge for the same drink and tastes just as good.
It’s easy to customize. Make it sweeter, stronger, creamier, or dairy-free based on your preferences.
It works hot or iced, which makes this jasmine green tea latte recipe a year-round drink you’ll come back to constantly.
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About the Ingredients
Jasmine Green Tea
Loose-leaf jasmine green tea gives the most aromatic, flavorful brew for this Jasmine Green Tea Latte. Jasmine tea bags work great too — use 2 bags for a strong enough brew that doesn’t get washed out by the milk. Look for jasmine green tea at Asian grocery stores, specialty tea shops, or online.
Milk
Whole milk gives the richest, creamiest texture in this jasmine green tea latte recipe. Oat milk is the best non-dairy alternative — it froths well and has a naturally sweet, creamy flavor that pairs beautifully with the jasmine. Almond milk works too but produces less foam.
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Honey or Maple Syrup
A natural sweetener balances the slight bitterness of the green tea and enhances the floral jasmine notes. Start with 1 teaspoon and adjust to taste since the sweetness level is very personal in this easy homemade green tea latte.
Vanilla Extract
A tiny splash of vanilla extract adds warmth and rounds out the flavor of the latte without overpowering the delicate jasmine. Just a quarter teaspoon is enough.
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Tips and Tricks
Brew the tea stronger than you normally would for drinking straight. The milk dilutes the flavor significantly, so you need a concentrated brew for this Jasmine Green Tea Latte to taste like something.
Don’t use boiling water to steep jasmine green tea. Water at around 175°F is ideal — boiling water can make green tea bitter. Let boiled water sit for 2 to 3 minutes before steeping.
Steep for no longer than 2 to 3 minutes. Over-steeping green tea makes it bitter even at the right temperature.
Warm the milk gently over medium-low heat rather than boiling it. Boiled milk loses its sweetness and can affect the foam quality.
Pro Tips
Add a pinch of matcha powder to the brewed jasmine tea for a more complex flavor and a beautiful green color in this jasmine green tea latte recipe.
Use a handheld milk frother for 20 to 30 seconds to create a foam layer on top. This is what makes it feel like a proper café latte at home.
For an iced version, brew the tea extra strong, let it cool, pour over ice, and top with cold frothed milk for a refreshing summer drink.
Add a sprinkle of dried jasmine flowers or a thin lemon slice on top for a beautiful garnish that makes this Jasmine Green Tea Latte look like it came from a specialty café.
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Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat water to about 175°F — bring it to a boil then let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Steep 2 jasmine green tea bags or 2 teaspoons of loose-leaf jasmine green tea in ¾ cup of the hot water for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags or strain the loose leaf. Stir in 1 teaspoon of honey and ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract while the tea is still warm.
- In a small saucepan, warm 1 cup of milk over medium-low heat until steaming but not boiling, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Use a handheld frother or whisk to froth the warm milk for 20 to 30 seconds until foamy.
- Pour the brewed jasmine tea into a mug.
- Pour the frothed milk over the tea, holding back the foam with a spoon and spooning it on top last.
- Sprinkle a pinch of matcha or dried jasmine on top if desired and serve immediately.
Variations
Iced version: Brew the tea extra strong with half the water, let it cool, pour over ice in a tall glass, and top with cold frothed milk for an iced Jasmine Green Tea Latte.
Matcha jasmine version: Add ½ teaspoon of matcha powder to the brewed jasmine tea and whisk until smooth before adding the milk for a more complex flavor.
Lavender jasmine version: Add a tiny drop of food-grade lavender extract or steep a pinch of dried culinary lavender with the jasmine tea for a floral layered flavor.
Vanilla latte version: Double the vanilla extract and add a tablespoon of white chocolate syrup for a sweeter, more dessert-like take on this jasmine green tea latte recipe.
Dairy-free version: Use oat milk or coconut milk for a creamy dairy-free version that froths beautifully and pairs well with the jasmine flavor.
How to Store
This Jasmine Green Tea Latte is best made fresh and consumed immediately for the best flavor and foam texture.
You can brew the jasmine tea concentrate ahead of time and store it in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just reheat and add freshly frothed milk when ready to serve.
The milk component should always be freshly frothed for the best texture — pre-frothed milk deflates quickly and loses its foam layer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a regular green tea bag instead of jasmine for this Jasmine Green Tea Latte?
Yes, but the floral jasmine note that makes this latte so unique will be missing. Regular green tea works as a substitute, though the flavor profile is simpler.
Why is my green tea latte bitter?
Either the water was too hot or the tea steeped too long. Use water around 175°F and steep for no longer than 3 minutes for this jasmine green tea latte recipe.
Can I make this iced?
Yes. Brew the tea double strength with half the water, let it cool completely, pour over ice, and top with cold frothed milk or just pour cold milk over. No heating needed.
What milk froths best for this easy homemade green tea latte?
Whole milk froths the best and gives the richest foam. Among non-dairy options, oat milk is the closest in frothability and flavor.
Can I use a blender instead of a frother?
Yes. Add the warm milk to a blender, hold a towel over the lid, and blend on low for 15 to 20 seconds until foamy. Pour over the tea immediately.
How strong should I brew the tea?
Much stronger than you would for drinking it plain. Use 2 bags or 2 teaspoons of loose-leaf per ¾ cup of water. The milk dilutes it significantly.
Can I make this Jasmine Green Tea Latte with matcha instead?
You can add matcha in addition to the jasmine tea for a matcha jasmine latte, but straight matcha gives a completely different flavor profile from the jasmine.
Is jasmine green tea caffeinated?
Yes. Jasmine green tea contains caffeine, though significantly less than coffee — typically around 25 to 50 mg per cup compared to 95 mg in a standard coffee.
Jasmine Green Tea Latte
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Handheld milk frother or whisk
- Mug
- Kettle
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 jasmine green tea bags or 2 tsp loose-leaf jasmine green tea
- 0.75 cup water heated to about 175°F
- 1 cup whole milk or oat milk
- 1 tsp honey adjust to taste
- 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
- dried jasmine flowers optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat water to about 175°F — bring to a boil then let sit for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Steep the jasmine green tea bags or loose-leaf tea in the hot water for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags or strain the loose leaf. Stir in the honey and vanilla extract while the tea is still warm.
- In a small saucepan, warm the milk over medium-low heat until steaming but not boiling, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Use a handheld frother or whisk to froth the warm milk for 20 to 30 seconds until foamy.
- Pour the brewed jasmine tea into a mug.
- Pour the frothed milk over the tea, holding back the foam with a spoon and spooning it on top last.
- Sprinkle dried jasmine flowers on top if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
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