Warm, creamy and comforting, a homemade London Fog will brighten up even the dullest mornings.
What is a London Fog
If you have never heard of a London Fog before, it’s an Earl Grey tea latte. It’s made by combining the tea, steamed milk and a little sweetener. Keep reading below for the recipe for how to make a London Fog at home in just a few minutes!
I am not a fan of coffee (I know…). However, I do love having a hot drink during winter. When I was living in Vancouver, which is known for its dull winters, I was introduced to a London Fog. Funnily enough, this drink is also sometimes known as a Vancouver Fog as this is where the recipe originated!
I had never really had Earl Grey tea before, but once I tried it, I loved it. Earl Grey is a black tea blended with a little bergamot which gives it a bit of a citrusy taste. I also loved the creamy latte feel of the London Fog as opposed to just a plain herbal tea.
Making a Morning Ritual
When coronavirus hit, I had just moved back to Ireland where we were (and still are…) in and out of strict lockdowns. The simple pleasures in life became more important, so while I had never been into making drinks like this at home, I decided now was the time. As silly as it sounds, it really made a difference to my days during this time to have a comforting morning ritual, particularly during the winter months.
Making London Fog At Home
Turns out, it is VERY easy to make your own London Fog at home! A few things to consider first – a milk frother or steamer is best to get the latte feel but if you don’t have one you can simply whisk up some milk on the stove. I find oat milk, particularly the barista style one, works by far the best. I have not had great results using almond milk. An optional extra is to brew in some culinary lavender with the Earl Grey tea if you like too!
I hope you enjoy making your own London Fog at home as much as I do and it helps lift your spirits and brighten up the dark, cold winter mornings!
Ayurveda Perspective on Homemade London Fog
As bergamot is part of the citrus family, it has naturally uplifting properties. It’s said to help boost mood, stimulate digestion and clear congestion. Combined with black tea in Earl Grey, it’s a particularly good choice for Kapha dosha due to its invigorating nature. Vatas may find it too stimulating by itself, but the oat milk and sweetener in this recipe help make it a balanced drink for all doshas.
Vata and Pitta types do best by avoiding caffeine. Generally, Earl Grey tea has about 30-50mg per cup which is around half (or a little less than) your average cup of coffee which contains about 95mg (more depending on the size you order). This London Fog recipe is a great way for Vata or Pitta types to transition away from regular coffee drinking while still getting a little caffeine in the mornings. If you prefer a caffeine free alternative, try my Rooibos Latte recipe instead.
Here’s What You Need
- Earl grey tea bag
- Oat milk
- Vanilla extract
- Maple syrup (optional)
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How to Make a London Fog
Equipment
- Milk frother (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 teabag earl grey
- 1 cup boiled water
- 1/2 cup oat milk
- 1/2 - 1 tsp sweetener (maple syrup or honey)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Boil water and brew earl grey tea to liking in your favourite mug
- Meanwhile, froth the oat milk - preferably in a milk frother or otherwise on the stove with a whisk
- Remove the tea bag and stir in sweetener and vanilla before finally adding the frothed milk
Notes
- An optional extra is to brew 1/2 tsp of culinary lavender in at the same time as the earl grey tea - make sure to strain before adding milk
- Oat milk tends to work the best for me in my frother, but you can use any milk you like (I have not had great results with almond milk)
- If you don't have a frother, heat the milk on the stove in a small pot and whisk vigorously
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