Start your day with a bright, refreshing Iced London Fog Latte. This cool twist on the classic London Fog uses Earl Grey tea brewed with a hint of vanilla and sweetener, then poured over ice and finished with milk. It’s quick to make, customizable, and ideal alongside breakfast favorites like overnight oats or pancakes.
Good Morning Iced London Fog Latte
This chilled London Fog is ideal when you want the comforting bergamot flavor of Earl Grey without a steaming mug. It pairs nicely with a bowl of overnight oats or a stack of healthy pancakes and makes a light, flavorful morning pick-me-up. The base is simple: one tea bag, hot water to extract the bergamot, a sweetener, and cold milk over ice.
What is a London Fog latte?
A traditional London Fog combines Earl Grey tea, vanilla, and steamed milk. For the iced version, the brewed tea is cooled and poured over ice, then topped with cold milk for a creamy, aromatic drink with a gentle caffeine lift.
Is there caffeine in a London Fog latte?
Yes — Earl Grey is a black tea, so it contains caffeine. If you prefer a caffeine-free option, use a decaffeinated Earl Grey or an herbal tea with similar citrus or floral characteristics.
What You Need
Ingredients are few and flexible, making this an easy everyday drink. Use what you have on hand and adjust to taste.
- Earl Grey tea: 1 tea bag (or decaf if desired). Earl Grey adds bergamot’s citrusy, floral aroma.
- Hot water: about 1/2 cup to brew the tea and dissolve the sweetener.
- Sweetener: sugar, honey, maple syrup, or a simple syrup. Start with 1 teaspoon and adjust to taste.
- Milk: any cold milk works — almond, oat, soy, or cow’s milk all make tasty variations.
- Ice: plenty of ice to chill and dilute the tea slightly for a balanced flavor.
How to Make an Iced London Fog Latte
Follow these simple steps for a refreshing iced latte every time:
- Steep the tea: Place the Earl Grey tea bag in hot water (about 150–175°F / 65–80°C) with your chosen sweetener. Steep for 3–4 minutes, or to desired strength, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sweetener.
- Chill: Remove the tea bag and let the brewed tea cool briefly, then transfer to the refrigerator for about 10 minutes until chilled.
- Assemble: Fill a tall glass with ice, pour the chilled tea over the ice (about 1/2 cup per serving), and top with cold milk to taste. Stir gently and serve immediately.
Variations and Flavor Ideas
- Hot London Fog: Skip the chilling and top the brewed tea with steamed milk for a classic warm latte.
- Flavored sweeteners: Swap plain sugar for vanilla or lavender simple syrup for extra floral notes.
- Dairy-free options: Use oat or almond milk for a creamier or lighter profile; unsweetened varieties keep calories lower.
- Decaf: Use decaffeinated Earl Grey if you prefer no caffeine.
Make Ahead and Store
Prepare a larger batch to save time on busy mornings. This concentrate keeps well in the fridge and can be used for several days.
- 6 Earl Grey tea bags
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 3 cups hot water
Add tea bags and sweetener to a jar, pour in the hot water, and let steep 3–4 minutes. Remove the bags, cool, then refrigerate. Store up to 5 days. To serve, pour about 1/2 cup of the chilled tea into an ice-filled glass and top with 1/2 cup cold milk or to taste.
Iced London Fog Latte (Recipe Summary)
Servings: 1 | Prep time: 10 mins | Total time: 20 mins
Ingredients
- 1 bag Earl Grey tea
- 1/2 cup hot water (about 150ºF)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (or to taste; maple syrup is a great substitute)
- 1/2 cup milk, any kind
- Ice
Instructions
- Combine the tea bag, hot water, and sugar in a mug or bowl. Steep 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Remove the tea bag and chill the brewed tea in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
- Fill a glass with ice, pour in the cooled tea, and top with cold milk. Stir gently and enjoy.
Tips & Notes
- Nutrition examples typically assume 1 teaspoon sugar and unsweetened almond milk; values will vary with different milk and sweetener choices.
- For the best flavor, adjust steep time based on how strong you prefer your tea. Shorter steeping yields a milder bergamot note; longer steeping intensifies it.
- Store-bought or homemade simple syrup blends more easily into cold drinks if you prefer a smooth, well-dissolved sweetener.
Nutrition (approximate)
Calories: 31 kcal; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 4 g. Use these as estimates — final values depend on specific ingredients used.