Blueberry Iced Latte

Cool down in style with this luxurious latte! Featuring the fresh taste of blueberries, it’s a silky smooth summer sipper that’s simple to make. Prefer a hot take? Check the Chef’s Tips for a warmed-up version for when it’s chilly out.

Prep Time
5 minutes
20 minutes (or overnight) of chilling time
Cook Time
10 minutes
Image
Person in a denim shirt stirring a glass of iced blueberry coffee with a glass straw. The drink has distinct layers of blueberry syrup, milk, and coffee. A second identical drink sits nearby on a speckled countertop. A glass pitcher of blueberry syrup, a bowl of fresh blueberries, and scattered berries complete the scene.

Scale OR dry measuring cups

Liquid measuring cup

Small saucepan

Heat-proof spatula OR wooden spoon

Glasses (12 to 16 oz) x 4

Spoons x 4

Servings
4 servings
  • 1 cup (200 g) Redpath Simply Raw™ Turbinado Sugar
  • 1 cup (148 g) blueberries, fresh or frozen
  • ¼ cup (63 ml) water
  • 4 cups (1000 ml) milk of choice (dairy milk, cashew milk, oat milk, etc.)
  • ½ cup (125 ml) brewed espresso (see Chef’s Tips)
  • Ice
Garnish (optional):
  • Frothed milk of choice
Instructions
For the blueberry simple syrup:

Step 1

In a small saucepan, bring the Redpath Simply Raw™ Turbinado Sugar, blueberries and water to a boil.

Step 2

Simmer until the blueberries burst; around 10 minutes. Muddle with the back of the spatula. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Allow to cool to room temperature; about 15 minutes. Place into the fridge to chill; 20 minutes to overnight.

For the latte:

Step 1

Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of the blueberry simple syrup into each glass.

Step 2

Add ice to the glass.

Step 3

To create a layered effect, slowly add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of the espresso to each glass.

Step 4

Slowly pour 1 cup (250 ml) of milk into each glass. Top with frothed milk, if desired.

Step 5

Stir together before drinking.

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Iced coffee drinks served in tall glasses with visible layers of blueberry syrup, coffee, and milk. The drinks are topped with large ice cubes and placed on a white stone serving board. In the background, there is a small jug of milk, a glass pitcher of blueberry syrup, a bowl of fresh blueberries, and scattered blueberries on a speckled countertop.