Cozy Christmas Tea Latte from Basilur Winter Night’s Dream Golden Hour

There's nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm, aromatic drink on a chilly day. Today, I'm sharing a recipe that elevates your typical tea latte into something truly special – a Dark Chocolate Winter Tea Latte that combines the subtle sweetness of vanilla, the richness of dark chocolate, and the complex flavours of premium tea.

What makes this drink unique is the use of Basilur Winter Night's Dream Golden Hour tea as the base. This specialty tea creates a sophisticated foundation that pairs beautifully with dark chocolate and warm spices. The result? A cafe-worthy beverage you can easily recreate at home.

Ingredients
Makes 3 servings

- 5g Basilur Winter Night's Dream Golden Hour tea
- 30ml dark chocolate syrup (10ml per serving)
- 15ml vanilla syrup (5ml per serving)
- Milk for frothing (amount based on preference)
- 150ml boiling water
- Ground cinnamon for garnish

Instructions

1. Brew the Perfect Base
Start by bringing your water to a full boil (100°C). Add 5g of the Basilur Winter Night's Dream Golden Hour tea to your brewing vessel and pour over 150ml of the boiling water. Let it steep for exactly 5 minutes – this timing is crucial for extracting the optimal flavour without any bitterness.

2. Prepare Your Glasses
While the tea is steeping, gather three serving glasses. Once the tea has finished brewing, divide it equally among them, pouring approximately 50ml into each glass.

3. Add the Sweet Elements
Into each glass, carefully pour 10ml of dark chocolate syrup followed by 5ml of vanilla syrup. Gently stir to combine – you want to create a harmonious blend of flavours without disturbing the tea too much.

4. **The Perfect Finish**
Now comes the fun part! Froth your milk to create that perfect, creamy texture. If you don't have a milk frother, you can use a mason jar with a tight lid and shake vigorously, or even use a whisk. Pour the frothed milk over your tea mixture, allowing it to create beautiful layers in the glass.

5. The Final Touch
Finish each drink with a generous dusting of ground cinnamon. This not only adds a wonderful aroma but also provides a warm, spicy note that ties all the flavours together perfectly.

 Pro Tips
- For the best results, make sure your tea is fresh and properly stored
- The milk can be dairy or plant-based – both work wonderfully in this recipe
- Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of syrups to your taste
- Serve immediately while the drink is hot and the milk foam is at its peak

This luxurious tea latte is perfect for winter afternoons, holiday entertaining, or any time you want to treat yourself to something special. The combination of premium tea, dark chocolate, and warm spices creates a sophisticated beverage that's both comforting and indulgent.

Note: This recipe can be easily scaled up for larger gatherings or scaled down for a single serving. Just maintain the same ratios of ingredients for consistent results.