There's a reason the London Fog became a café staple. It's the kind of drink that feels like putting on a favourite coat – familiar, warm, quietly luxurious. The Origins of London Fog Legend has it the London Fog was born in Vancouver in the late 1990s, a happy accident dreamed up by a pregnant woman who'd given up coffee. A strong Earl Grey, a cloud of steamed milk, a dash of vanilla syrup – and suddenly, the world had a tea latte worth writing home about. It stayed beloved for good reason. Earl Grey brings a citrusy bergamot brightness that cuts through the richness of milk. Vanilla rounds everything out, softening the tannins and adding that unmistakable warmth. And...
Autumn has arrived in Aotearoa, and with it comes the kind of crisp mornings that call for something warm in your hands. This Gingerbread Chai Latte is our answer to the season – built on a bold infusion of Roxy Black, deepened with molasses, and given a proper gingery lift from our friends at Six Barrel Soda. Steamed oat milk brings it all together into something creamy and cosy, and a crumble of gingernut biscuits on top means it looks as good as it tastes. Ingredients (per cup) 1 Roxy Black tea temple (or 1 tablespoon of loose leaf) ½ cup of boiling water20ml Six Barrel Soda Ginger Ale Syrup½ tsp molasses¼ tsp cinnamon½ cup of steamed milk (we like it...
There’s something quietly magical about the meeting of matcha and rose. This Matcha Rose Iced Latte brings together the gentle florals of our Runaway Rose tea with the rich, grounding depth of premium matcha. Lightly sweetened with honey and poured over ice, it’s refreshing, elegant, and nourishing – the kind of drink that turns an ordinary afternoon into a small ritual. Ingredients 2 Runaway Rose tea bags (or 2 heaped teaspoons of loose leaf) 100ml boiling water 150ml milk of your choice (we love it with oat milk!) 1-2 tablespoons honey 1 tsp Premium Latte Grade Matcha (Matcha Matcha) 30ml hot water (not boiling–about 80°C) Method In a small jug, infuse the tea bags in 100ml boiling water for 5 minutes...
There’s something irresistibly comforting about our Cacao Chai – those deep, velvety cacao notes meeting warm, aromatic spices. And while it’s dreamy hot, it also makes a delicious iced latte – creamy, lightly sweet, and with just enough richness to feel like a treat. Brew it ahead of time, chill it in the fridge, then pour over ice for an easy afternoon pick-me-up. Finished with a sprinkling of grated dark chocolate, it’s equal parts refreshing and luxurious. Here’s how to make it at home (watch here)… Ingredients (makes 1) 150ml water 2 Cacao Chai tea bags 200ml milk of your choice (we love it with oat milk!) 2 tablespoons honey Ice Dark chocolate (to grate on top) Directions In a medium-large...
There’s something deeply soothing about a warm, creamy latte—especially when it’s infused with floral notes and a touch of salt. This Salted Rose Latte is a dreamy, gently sweet moment of calm, made with our fragrant Runaway Rose blend. The sea salt enhances the floral flavour and adds a subtle complexity that makes this a seriously moreish winter warmer. Ingredients 2 x Runaway Rose tea bags (or 2 Tbsp in a strainer) ½ cup boiling water 30ml agave syrup (or honey) 200ml hot milk (we love it with oat milk!) ¼ tsp sea salt Dried rose petals, to garnish Method Brew the tea and heat the milk: Steep the two Runaway Rose tea bags in ½ cup of freshly boiled...
