Salted Maple Iced Latte

Welcome to the perfect cozy fall beverage: the Salted Maple Iced Latte! With flavors reminiscent of a delightful salted caramel, this coffeehouse-style latte combines the rich sweetness of maple syrup with a touch of sea salt, warm cinnamon, and creamy milk. It's an irresistible iced coffee treat designed for any coffee lover eager to embrace the flavors of autumn.

Ingredients

🍁 18 to 20g Pure Maple Syrup
🧂 A pinch of Sea/Kosher Salt
🌰 1/8 teaspoon Cinnamon
☕ 17g Coffee Beans
🍦 1/8 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
🥛 80ml Whole Milk
🧴 10ml Heavy Cream or use 90ml milk
🧊 Ice to fill the glass

Instructions

1- Prepare Your Glass:

• Place an empty glass on a digital kitchen scale and tare it to zero.

2- Add Syrup & Seasonings:

• Pour 18 to 20 grams of pure maple syrup into the glass.
• Add a pinch of sea or kosher salt.
• Sprinkle in 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon.

3- Prepare the Espresso:

• Weigh and grind 17 grams of coffee beans using an espresso machine with an integrated grinder such as the Breville Barista Express.
• Tamp the grounds into the portafilter.

4- Combine Coffee & Syrup:

• Position the glass containing the syrup mixture under the espresso machine spouts.
• Pull 2 shots of espresso directly into the glass.

5- Froth the Base:

• Using an electric hand frother Dalstrong in this case, froth the espresso mixture for 30 to 40 seconds until it is well combined and frothy.

6- Add Vanilla:

• Stir in 1/8 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Froth again if needed to integrate it fully.

7- Assemble the Latte:

• Fill the glass almost to the top with ice cubes.
• Pour 80ml of whole milk over the ice and frothed coffee base.
• Optionally, add 10ml of heavy cream, or substitute by adding 90ml total of whole milk instead.

8- Blend and Serve:

• Stir the drink with a metal straw until the ingredients are well mixed and the layers are evenly combined.
• Serve immediately for the best experience.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment: Glass textured highball recommended, Digital Kitchen Scale brands like OXO suggested, Espresso Machine with Integrated Grinder Breville, such as Barista Express, Portafilter comes with the espresso machine, Electric Hand Frother Dalstrong brand, Ice Scoop stainless steel, Metal Straw stainless steel

Cooking Tips:

• Precision is Key: Using a scale ensures the right sweetness and coffee strength.
• Vanilla Extract: Remember to add and incorporate vanilla extract for a depth of flavor.
• Frothing Technique: Ensure the mixture is frothy before adding the milk for a creamy texture.

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Salted Maple Iced Latte