Earl Grey & Lavender Milkshake

Elle Cresswell

A graceful blend of comforting and floral flavours, this milkshake brings together the gentle citrus notes of Earl Grey tea and the soft perfume of lavender.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: British

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

1 cup whole milk
2 tbsp loose-leaf Earl Grey tea (or 2 tea bags)
1 tsp dried culinary lavender
2 cups good-quality vanilla ice cream
2 tbsp honey, or to taste
Fresh juice of ½ orange
For serving: thin orange slices and a few lavender buds for garnish optional

Method

Infuse the milk

Warm the milk gently in a small saucepan until it begins to steam, taking care not to let it boil. Add the Earl Grey tea and dried lavender, then allow the mixture to steep for about 5 minutes so the flavours fully bloom. Strain to remove the tea and lavender, and let the infused milk cool completely.

Blend the milkshake

In a blender, combine the cooled Earl Grey–lavender milk, vanilla ice cream, honey, and fresh orange juice.

Create the texture

Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and luxuriously thick.

Serve with elegance

Pour into chilled glasses and finish with a delicate garnish of fresh orange slices and a light scattering of lavender buds.

Enjoy

Serve immediately and savour the fragrant balance of citrus, tea, and floral notes in this beautifully indulgent milkshake.

Notes

Warm the milk gently and avoid boiling, as excessive heat can affect its texture and delicate flavour.
Adjust the honey to suit your preferred level of sweetness.
A garnish of fresh orange slices or a few lavender buds adds a fragrant, elegant finishing touch when serving.