Lavender Chai Latte Recipe

A Floral, Aromatic Twist Baristas Love.

The Lavender Chai Latte is a café-favorite fusion of warming spices and delicate floral notes. Combining bold chai tea with creamy milk and fragrant lavender, this drink delivers a soothing, aromatic, lightly sweet experience that feels both indulgent and calming.

For baristas and café owners, lavender chai lattes are an easy way to elevate your chai menu, tap into wellness-inspired beverage trends, and offer a visually striking drink that performs well on social media and seasonal menus.

This recipe is designed for specialty coffee shops, works hot or iced, and can be easily adapted for dairy-free menus.

Why Lavender Chai Lattes Perform Well in Cafés

Lavender beverages continue to trend across coffee shops, tea houses, and boutique cafés thanks to their association with relaxation, aromatherapy, and elevated flavor profiles. When paired with chai, lavender softens the spice blend and adds a refined floral finish. Customers often describe lavender chai lattes as aromatic, soothing, creamy, lightly sweet, and comforting yet sophisticated. 

Lavender Chai Latte Recipe (Hot)

• Ingredients for a 12 oz serving
• MOCAFE Precious Divinity Vanilla Chia mix (Or spiced chai for a more robust taste)
• Milk of choice such as whole milk, oat milk, almond milk, or soy
• 1–2 pumps lavender syrup from Torani
• Ice for iced or frappe version
• Optional milk foam or cold foam
• Optional garnish: edible lavender flowers or a fresh lavender sprig

Hot Lavender Chai Latte 12oz

• Mix 1 1/2 scoops (6 Tbsp) of MOCAFE chai mix with 10oz of hot water or hot or steamed milk of choice
• Add one to two pumps of lavender syrup directly to the cup
• Pour hot chai over the syrup and gently stir to combine.
• Top with steamed milk and optional foam.
• Garnish with edible lavender flowers or a sprig of lavender on the rim or lid for an aromatic finish.

Iced Lavender Chai Latte 16oz

• Fill a clear cup with ice.
• In a separate container, mix 2 scoops (8 Tbsp) MOCAFE Precious Divinity Chai (Vanilla or Spiced) with 8 oz of warm water or milk of choice. Stir until dissolved. 
• Add 6oz of cold water.
• Stir in one to two pumps of lavender syrup.
• Top with lavender syrup infused cold foam (optional)
• Garnish with edible lavender flowers

For a more eye-catching presentation, mix a small amount of lavender syrup directly into milk foam or cold foam, then spoon or float the foam on top of the drink. This creates a brighter lavender-purple hue, enhances aroma, and adds visual appeal.

Flavor Profile

A well-crafted lavender chai latte delivers layers of flavor. Warm chai spices like cinnamon, clove, and cardamom are softened by gentle floral lavender notes, balanced with a creamy mouthfeel and light sweetness. The finish is aromatic, soothing, and inviting.

Menu Placement and Selling Tips for Café Owners

• Feature it as a seasonal or limited-time latte to drive urgency.
• Highlight it as a caffeine-flexible option depending on your chai base.
• Offer oat milk as a recommended pairing for added creaminess.
  
• osition it as a wellness-inspired or calming beverage.
• Serve in clear cups to showcase soft purple tones when iced or foamed.

Lavender Chai Latte FAQs

Q: What does a lavender chai latte taste like?
A: It tastes warm, creamy, lightly sweet, and floral. Lavender softens chai spices and adds a calming aromatic quality.

Q: Is lavender safe to drink?
A: Yes. When using culinary-grade lavender or professionally produced lavender syrup, lavender is safe and commonly used in beverages and desserts.

Q: Can I make a lavender chai latte with dairy-free milk?
A: Yes. Oat milk, almond milk, and soy milk all pair well with chai and lavender flavors.

Q: Is a lavender chai latte caffeinated?
A: Yes. Chai contains caffeine from black tea. Caffeine levels vary depending on the chai concentrate or tea used.

Q: Can lavender chai lattes be served iced?
A: Yes. Lavender chai lattes are excellent iced and are especially popular in warm weather and for grab-and-go café customers.

Q: What’s the best garnish for a lavender chai latte?
A: Edible lavender flowers or a small sprig of lavender add aroma, elegance, and visual appeal without overpowering the drink.

The Lavender Chai Latte is a simple yet elevated recipe that delivers high perceived value, strong visual appeal, and broad customer interest. With minimal extra ingredients, you can transform a classic chai latte into a signature beverage that feels calming, indulgent, and memorable.

If you’re refreshing your chai menu or introducing more floral, wellness-inspired drinks, this lavender chai latte is an easy addition that customers will remember and reorder.