There’s something undeniably soothing about a floral latte. Whether it’s a quiet morning or a mid-afternoon reset, a rose iced latte brings calm, romance, and a beautiful twist to coffee you can make at home.
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After sharing my Lavender Iced Oat Milk Latte and receiving so much love from the Elicit Folio community, I knew I had to share this next favorite: my Easy Rose Iced Latte, made with my homemade rose simple syrup. Inspired by my travels through France and Turkey, where floral flavors are woven into everyday treats, this drink feels luxurious yet completely doable at home.
At Elicit Folio, I’m passionate about bringing warmth to everyday life with global soul and cozy creativity. As someone who’s tested dozens of floral drinks, this latte strikes the perfect balance: lightly sweet, floral without being overpowering, and refreshingly creamy.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients:
- 3 oz of espresso or unsweetened iced coffee
- 5 oz milk of choice (see tips below)
- 2 oz rose syrup (get the full recipe here)
- Ice
- Optional: dried rose petals for garnish
How to Make a Iced Rose Latte
Iced rose lattes is the perfect elevated coffee drink to make at home.
- Brew Your Espresso or Coffee – Use freshly brewed espresso for a bold flavor, or substitute with your favorite unsweetened iced coffee if you don’t have an espresso machine.
- Add Rose Syrup to Milk and Froth – While your espresso is brewing, froth together 6 oz of milk and 1.5 oz of rose simple syrup.
- Fill Your Glass with Ice – Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, pour in rose milk mixture, and top with your favorite espresso or iced coffee.
- Garnish and Enjoy – Optionally, garnish and sprinkle with edible dried rose petals or a pinch of ground cardamom. Sip and enjoy!
WATCH: How to Make an Iced Rose Latte:
Milk and Milk Alternatives For Iced Lattes
The best kind of milk for an iced latte truly depends on your own personal preference and dietary preferences. This iced lavender oatmilk latte recipe is perfect if you want to drink dairy-free lattes, and enhance your everyday regular coffee. Below are a few options if you want a different milk mixture besides oat milk:
- Whole Milk: Will provide a rich, creamy texture since it’s heavier in fat. Whole milk will have a slightly sweet flavor and foams very well when a milk frother is used.
- 2% Milk: Is a great option is you wish to have a creamy texture, without as much fat. 2% Milk is a popular choice for lattes since provides just enough fat without sacrificing flavor.
- Oat Milk: Oat milk is my personal favorite and a very popular non-dairy option for iced lattes. Oat milk, although dairy-free still has a sweet creamy texture. It’s also a great option for those with nut allergies.
- Almond Milk: Almond milk is another great dairy-free option. It carries a subtle nutty flavor that pairs well with coffee. However, you will find this option is not as creamy as milk and oat milk.
- Soy Milk: Soy milk is the original popular non-dairy favorite amongst latte drinkers. Soy milk provides a good amount of creaminess that will not take away from the floral notes in this coffee.
- Coconut Milk: Is a bright, sweet, creamy option that adds a subtle tropical flare to lattes.
Tips for the Perfect Rose Iced Latte
- Use filtered water for brewing your coffee or espresso, it truly makes a difference in flavor.
- Froth the rose syrup into your milk before adding ice and coffee. The frothing action awakens the rose flavors in this coffee.
- Adjust syrup amount to taste: 2 oz for a light floral hint, 3 oz for a bolder rose flavor.
- Make it fancy by garnishing edible dried rose petals at the top of the latte.
- Store rose syrup in an airtight container in the fridge so it’s always on hand for lattes, cocktails, or desserts.
Why You’ll Love This Iced Rose Latte
This rose latte is:
- Naturally sweetened with floral depth
- It is a unique, elegant, yet calming treat with a subtle caffeine kick
- This lovely latte is so much cheaper (and better!) to make at home vs. the coffee shop version
- Perfect iced latte to enjoy for for spring and summer hosting or everyday slow mornings when you want to make coffee at home
- Made with natural ingredients you can trust and homemade from scratch!
Iced Rose Latte
Ingredients
Iced Honey Lavender Oat Milk Latte
- 5 oz Oat Milk
- 1.5 oz Rose Simple Syrup
- 3 oz Espresso or Iced Coffee
- Dried Rose Petals optional
- Ice
Instructions
- Brew 3 oz of espresso or optionally, measure 3 oz of your favorite unsweetened iced coffee.
- While your espresso is brewing, froth together 5 oz of oat milk and 2 oz of rose simple syrup. Set rose oat milk froth aside.
- Take a tall glass, fill with ice. Pour rose oat milk froth mixture into the glass and top with 3 oz of espresso. Garnish with edible dried rose petals and enjoy!
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Craving More?
Floral drinks have always been a signature of slow, soulful living in many cultures, and now they’re finding a beautiful place in your daily routine too. This Rose Iced Latte brings together the essence of travel, intentional living, and cozy creativity, right in your kitchen. If you try it, I’d love to see your version! Tag @elicitfolio on Instagram or leave a comment below with your favorite milk combos or garnish ideas. If you’re looking for more floral sips to try, be sure to checkout the following recipes:
- Lavender Iced Oat Milk Latte (Better than Starbucks)
- Homemade Rose Syrup Recipe – perfect for lattes, tea, and desserts
- Lavender Lemonade or Rose Lemon Drop Martini (coming soon!)
This is HEAVEN, the perfect drink for summer. I can’t wait to try this.
This sounds like heaven in a glass. I can’t wait to make it!
This sounds like the best drink ever for a hot summer day. I have to make this for some much-needed pool lounging.
This looks absolutely divine! There’s something so calming and elegant about floral flavors, and I love how you’ve brought that romance into a daily ritual with this Iced Rose Latte. Your homemade rose syrup sounds like a beautiful touch. I can imagine how it transforms the espresso into something truly special. I also appreciate the milk options breakdown, oat milk is my go-to too. Can’t wait to try this and bring a little Paris-meets-Istanbul magic to my kitchen.
This is the first time I’ve heard of a Rose syrup, so I’m not sure what it is. But I’m curious to taste this. I shall scourge the web and our supermarkets for this as this is not common in stores in the PH.
This is the first time I’ve heard of a Rose syrup, so I’m not sure what it is. But I’m curious to taste this. I shall scourge the web and our supermarkets for this as this is not common in stores in the PH.
Update: Oooh, you can make it yourself! Took me a while to find the link, but thanks!
Omg this sounds so dreamy! I’ve had rose lattes at cafés before, but never thought to try making one iced at home—now I’m kinda obsessed with the idea. That soft floral flavour with a chill vibe? Yes please. Bookmarking this for my next slow morning or when I need a little fancy boost in the afternoon!
I love an iced tea so that fact that you have also added the addition of rose is just scrummy and I will give this a go at the weekend for sure x
OMG, just pour me a glass and let me enjoy this latte with a good book. Looks so delicious!
Made this iced rose latte with coconut milk and it turned out perfectly! I loved how creamy and subtly sweet it was, just perfect.
Rose latte sounds like such a great idea and something different too. I have tried rose syrup in a few deserts before but never thought to have it in a latte before. That’s such a great idea and something I need to try.