Description
The Sakura Latte is a delicate and creamy Japanese-inspired beverage infused with the floral essence of cherry blossoms. Made with preserved sakura petals or syrup and warm milk, it’s a soothing, subtly sweet drink perfect for spring or any time you want a touch of blossom in your cup. Keyword-rich: sakura latte, cherry blossom latte, Japanese floral drink, pink spring latte, sakura milk tea
Ingredients
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- 1–2 preserved sakura blossoms (rinsed in water) or 1 tablespoon sakura syrup
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon honey or white sugar (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Edible dried petals or pink salt (optional garnish)
Instructions
- If using preserved sakura blossoms, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes to reduce saltiness, then gently rinse.
- Warm the milk in a saucepan over low heat (do not boil).
- Add sakura syrup or the soaked blossoms into the milk. Stir gently.
- Add honey or sugar and vanilla if using.
- Pour into a cup and top with a blossom or a few dried petals.
- Serve warm and enjoy the calming floral flavor.
Notes
- Sakura syrup is available in specialty or Japanese stores and adds both flavor and color.
- You can use a milk frother for a café-style finish.
- This latte is caffeine-free and perfect for a cozy evening.
Nutrition
- Calories: 100 (varies with milk choice)
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
