A classic London Fog latte gets a cool and elegant upgrade in this Iced London Fog with Lavender Cold Foam. It is made with homemade London Fog concentrate, your choice of milk and topped with a light, velvety foam that is sweetened with lavender simple syrup.

Iced London Fog with Lavender Cold Foam

An Iced London Fog is a chilled version of the classic tea latte made with Earl Grey tea, milk, and vanilla. The cold foam is a slightly sweet and airy topping. It is typically made from a mixture of cream and milk.

Cold foam is often seen in iced coffee drinks but it is just as delicious over tea. This version features a lavender cold foam, giving it an extra layer of flavour and a soft floral aroma.

The balance of bergamot, vanilla, and lavender is both invigorating and calming. This is a super refreshing drink during a hot day and you don’t need to leave your house to order it at a cafe!

If you’ve already made a batch of my homemade London Fog concentrate and lavender simple syrup, this drink comes together in just minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy to Make: With pre-made concentrate and syrup, it’s just assemble, froth and sip!
Floral & Citrus Balance: The calming notes of lavender pair perfectly with the bright bergamot in Earl Grey.
Cafe-Quality Drink at Home: That silky cold foam adds a luxurious touch. It really takes it to the next level!
No Expensive Equipment: Just a handheld frother will do for the cold foam.

Ingredient Notes

London Fog Concentrate: Make a batch of this tea concentrate at home in just a few minutes. This strong brew will give you the best flavour.
Milk: You can use any milk that you would like for the Iced London Fog. For the cold foam, I think 1% or 2% milk works best.
Heavy Cream: This is needed to make a rich and velvety cold foam that holds its shape over iced drinks.
Lavender Simple Syrup: This gives the drink its signature floral twist. Use your own homemade lavender simple syrup for a natural flavour.
Ice Cubes

How to Make Iced London Fog with Lavender Cold Foam

Ingredient measurements and full directions are in the printable recipe card below.

Step 1: Fill a glass with ice. Add London Fog concentrate and milk, making sure to leave room at the top of the glass for the cold foam topping.

Step 2: Make the lavender cold foam. In a separate cup, combine cold heavy cream, milk and lavender simple syrup. Using a handheld frother, whisk until it is thick and airy. Be careful to not froth for too long, or you could end up with whipped cream instead!

Step 3: Pour the lavender cold foam over the Iced London Fog. Garnish with culinary lavender buds, if desired. Serve or enjoy immediately!

Tips for the Best Cold Foam

Use cold heavy cream and cold milk. Straight from the fridge is best as cold foam will not hold its shape well if it is room temperature.
Do not over-froth. Cold foam should be thick but still pourable. If you over froth it you will get stiff peaks and it will be more like whipped cream. Still tasty, but not cold foam.
Chill your glass. Place the empty glass in the freezer for a few minutes prior to adding the cold foam ingredients and frothing. This will help you get a longer-lasting cold foam topping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use regular Earl Grey tea instead of concentrate?

Yes, but the flavour may be lighter. For best results, make a batch of my London Fog concentrate for a more robust, smoother and consistent flavour. You can keep a batch in the fridge and use it to make lattes, smoothies or this iced version in seconds.

Does this drink have caffeine?

Yes. Earl Grey tea contains black tea, which is high in caffeine.

Can I use a store-bought London Fog concentrate or syrup?

Yes, you can use store-bought. For full control over sweetness and ingredients, I recommend using homemade London Fog concentrate and lavender syrup. Fortunately, both are very simple to make and require minimal ingredients.

Is cold foam supposed to melt into the drink?

Cold foam will slowly blend into the iced tea, making it milky and leaving a creamy top layer.