Caramel Neroli Latte

Become the elevated barista of your dreams with this delicious caramel latte flavored with sweet, floral orange blossom water and orange zest. Plus tips for great coffee

Feb 01, 2024

Recipe Inspiration: Flavors of the Season

If you’re a daily coffee drinker and want a twist on your daily cup, this recipe allows you to experience a floral twist with a touch of spice and sweetness. This drink is perfect for those cooler days. Caramel and orange are both amazing with coffee, and this recipe builds on those flavors with orange blossom and nutmeg. I made this recipe using a French press for late lovers who don’t have an espresso machine on hand.

Chef's Notes: Tips for Great Coffee

The key to making at-home coffee that is close to coffee-shop espresso quality is down to:

Quality Coffee Beans: try to find fresh coffee beans that haven't been sitting on the shelf for a long time. Grinding them right before you You can often get really good coffee from a local coffee shop or roaster. Black and Gold Coffee is one of my favorite national brands, and Kusanya Roastery is my favorite local brand. If you don't have access to a grinder, your coffee shop can grind them for you. If you have them ground beforehand, store your coffee in an airtight container and use them quickly. You will notice a significant difference in the quality of the cup just by following these steps.

Brew your coffee stronger than usual. You can have good "espresso-like" coffee by adding more coffee grinds to your brew or reducing the water you use. In this recipe video, I use a French press. I usually weigh 12-16g of coffee (or two tablespoons) for 6 oz of water. Double this for more than one serving.

Using good equipment: for a coffee that is closer to espresso. The best way to do this is with an espresso machine, but sometimes, it's just not feasible or economical. If you don't have an espresso machine, don't worry! Manual coffee brewers like a French press or Moka pot are great for brewing strong coffee that can be used in drinks like these.

Here are some of my favorite brewers an affordable price points:

Star Ingredients for the Caramel Neroli Latte

Orange Blossom Water: Orange blossom water adds a subtle citrus-floral aroma to your latte, enhancing its fragrance and taste with a hint of perfume. With that being said, a little goes a long way. I used about 1/2 tsp for each serving, but start with 1/4 and taste before adding more to your preference. You can find Orange Blossom water in the Middle Eastern section of your grocery store or on Amazon here.
Caramel: A coffee favorite, Caramel brings a creamy and buttery sweetness to your latte, creating a rich and indulgent flavor. I like to make my own caramel sauce (hence the weird, semi-crystalized jar in the video below), or I buy Torani Caramel Sauce because it's made with real butter and no additives.
Orange Zest: Fresh orange zest provides a burst of citrusy freshness, balancing the sweetness of the caramel with a zesty kick.
Nutmeg: Nutmeg adds a warm, earthy, and slightly sweet spice that complements the other flavors, contributing depth and complexity to your latte.

These star ingredients combine in the Caramel Neroli Latte to offer a sensory experience that's as comforting as it is intriguing. Each element contributes to a harmonious blend of flavors, making this latte delightful and aromatic.