Da Hong Pao Great Red Robe Latte
A luxurious tea latte featuring Da Hong Pao, one of China's most revered oolong teas, with its distinctive roasted, mineral notes enhanced by creamy steamed milk and a touch of honey.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Da Hong Pao oolong tea leaves loose leaf
- 2 cups water filtered, just below boiling (195°F/90°C)
- 1 cup whole milk or oat milk for dairy-free
- 2 tsp honey or to taste
- 1/8 tsp vanilla extract optional
- 1 pinch sea salt fine
Notes
Da Hong Pao's complex flavor profile includes roasted, mineral, and slightly floral notes that shine in this latte. For best results, use high-quality loose leaf tea. The tea can be steeped up to 5 minutes for a stronger flavor, but avoid over-steeping which can make it bitter. Store leftover tea leaves in an airtight container for up to 3 re-steepings. For an iced version, cool the brewed tea before adding cold frothed milk over ice.