Elderberry Licorice Spice Iced Latte

The perfect blend of spicy, sweet and creamy. You can get your iced chai latte fix by purchasing an expensive tea concentrate. That’s one way. But homemade tea concentrate is inexpensive and super easy to make. And if you make your own, you can control the ingredients.

Which is where we come in. We tried our Elderberry Licorice Spice Tea prepared as an iced chai latte and it is seriously yummy! And the best part? It’s made with herbs and spices that have significant health benefits * and no caffeine!

• Elderberries are packed with antioxidants and vitamins that help support the immune system. Some experts even recommend elderberries to help prevent and ease cold and flu symptoms.

• Licorice root has traditionally been used for heartburn and acid reflux. It’s also useful for soothing sore throats and coughs and fighting bacterial and viral infections.

• Orange peel is rich in polyphenols, which may help prevent and manage many chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, obesity and Alzheimer’s disease.

• Rooibos is an African bush that is packed with antioxidants that help protect cells from free radical damage. And it’s naturally caffeine free.

• Cinnamon, cardamom, anise, and cloves are spices that are high in antioxidants and compounds that are anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antifungal, and have traditionally been used for improving digestion.

Give it a try. We guarantee you won’t regret it!

Elderberry Licorice Spice Latte

1 cup whole milk or oat milk

2 cups ice

Tea Concentrate:

1 1/4 cups water

3 TBS Elderberry Licorice Spice Tea

1 1/2 TBS sugar or agave nectar (or to taste)

1/2 tsp vanilla

To prepare the tea concentrate – in a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the Elderberry Licorice Spice Tea, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Strain the tea leaves out, then add the sweetener and vanilla, stirring to combine. Allow tea concentrate to cool completely, or flash cool in the freezer. Serves 2.

To prepare one serving – pour ½ cup of the tea concentrate into a tall glass. Add 1 cup of ice cubes, then pour ½ cup milk over the tea and ice. Serve immediately.

Helpful Tip: To prepare this recipe lactose free, substitute oat or almond milk for the milk. Maple syrup or honey can also be used as alternative sweeteners.

ELDERBERRY LICORICE SPICE LATTE PRINTABLE RECIPE CARD

~Health benefit information obtained from https://www.healthline.com