London Fog Latte (Earl Grey Tea Latte)
A London Fog latte is a warm tea latte made with Earl Grey tea, steamed milk, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness. Make it easily at home with this step-by-step tutorial.
If you love Earl Grey tea, a London Fog latte is a must-try. This cozy tea latte combines bold black tea with creamy milk, vanilla, and just the right touch of sweetness.
It’s smooth, comforting, and surprisingly easy to make at home—perfect for slow mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up on a chilly day. Let’s make one!
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What is a London Fog Latte?
A London Fog latte is a warm tea latte made with Earl Grey tea, steamed milk, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness. It’s smooth, lightly floral, and comforting—similar to a coffee latte, but made with tea instead of espresso.
Unlike milk tea, which is typically sweeter and often served iced, a London Fog is traditionally served hot and has a lighter, more balanced flavor.
Why you’ll love this recipe
Warm, creamy, and comforting – the perfect cozy drink when you want something a little more special than plain tea
Balanced flavor – the citrusy notes of Earl Grey pair beautifully with vanilla and milk
Easy to make at home – no fancy equipment needed, just a few simple ingredients
Customizable – adjust the sweetness, milk, or tea strength to suit your taste
A great coffee alternative – a smooth, lightly caffeinated option without espresso
Ingredients for London Fog Latte
- Earl Grey Tea bags or loose leaf tea
- Hot water
- Sugar – granulated cane sugar gives the best results
- Milk of choice – my favorite to tea lattes is 2% as it has just enough creaminess without overpowering the tea. But if you have any plant-based milks you like or want to use whole or nonfat milk, give it a try!
- Vanilla bean paste (affiliate link) or vanilla extract
How to Make a London Fog Latte
Start by boiling water and adding it to your mug with an Earl Grey tea bag. If you use loose-leaf tea, add your tea to a tea infuser. A general rule is to use one teaspoon of loose tea per 6oz of water.
Steep for 3-5 minutes.
Add sugar and stir until dissolved. You can also add vanilla bean paste (affiliate link) at this point if you’re using it.
Warm your milk in a small pot on the stove until hot or in the microwave for 30 seconds to a minute. Use a milk frother (affiliate link) to make it foamy (if you’re feeling fancy)!
Then add the hot milk to your tea.
I just bought a bottle of dried edible flowers so I topped mine with a few for an extra special touch, but that’s definitely not required and does not affect taste.
These are the ones I bought and I love them! But there are cheaper options if you look around on Etsy!
Tips and substitutions
Make it dairy-free: Use oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk for a creamy plant-based version. Oat milk works especially well for frothing.
Adjust sweetness: Start with a small amount of sugar, then adjust to taste. You can also use honey, maple syrup, or vanilla syrup instead.
Boost the vanilla flavor: Vanilla bean paste gives the richest flavor, but vanilla extract or vanilla syrup works just as well.
Stronger tea flavor: use an extra tea bag for a bolder London Fog.
Make it extra cozy: Froth your milk for a café-style finish at home.
London Fog (Earl Grey Latte) Recipe
Learn how to make a London Fog latte at home with Earl Grey tea, milk, vanilla, and sugar. A simple, cozy tea latte that’s creamy and comforting.
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: English
Ingredients
- 1 single-serve earl grey tea bag
- 2/3 cup boiling water
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/8 tsp vanilla bean paste (optional)
- 1/3 cup milk
Instructions
- Steep tea bag in boiled water for 5 minutes.
- Warm milk in the microwave or on the stove, froth if desired.
- Add sugar and vanilla bean paste to steeped tea and stir until dissolved.
- Pour warmed/frothed milk over the tea and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
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