Description
Sipping on this silky iced dandelion chaga latte reveals a woodland-inspired elixir that bridges herbal wisdom with modern wellness. Medicinal mushrooms and earthy dandelion root blend seamlessly, offering refreshing nourishment for curious palates seeking natural vitality.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (355 ml) water
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk of choice (oat, almond, dairy, etc.)
- 1 teaspoon roasted dandelion root (or 1 tea bag)
- 1 teaspoon dried chaga chunks (or 1 tea bag)
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Herbal Infusion: Gently simmer dandelion root and chaga in water within a small saucepan for 15-20 minutes, extracting rich earthy flavors. Strain the concentrated herbal brew thoroughly.
- Flavor Enhancement: While the tea remains warm, incorporate maple syrup or honey, blending cinnamon for depth. Allow the liquid to cool completely, then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
- Latte Assembly: Create a frosty foundation by filling a tall glass with ice cubes. Cascade the cold herbal infusion over the ice, then gracefully introduce milk. Delicately stir to harmonize the beverage’s elements.
- Presentation: Serve immediately, offering an optional elegant garnish of a cinnamon stick or a light dusting of ground cinnamon to elevate the sensory experience.
Notes
- Simmer tea ingredients gently to extract maximum flavor without creating bitterness, ensuring a smooth and rich taste profile.
- Allow tea to cool naturally before refrigerating to prevent rapid temperature changes that might impact the delicate herbal essence.
- Choose plant-based or dairy milk that complements the earthy dandelion and chaga flavors for a balanced, creamy texture.
- Adjust maple syrup or honey quantities based on personal preference, understanding that natural sweeteners enhance the drink’s therapeutic properties.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Breakfast
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg