
👨🍳 Chefy Tip: Warm the honey mixture just until it steams — no bubbles. Pour the espresso over the ice, not the other way around. The thermal shock preserves crema.
Warm honey, lavender, and water in a small saucepan over low heat 2–3 minutes. Strain out lavender buds and let cool.
Fill a glass with ice. Pour espresso over ice.
Add lavender honey syrup and stir. Pour cold milk over the top and serve.
Lavender contains linalool, a volatile aromatic oil that stimulates olfactory receptors and creates strong floral scent perception. Using culinary lavender matters — ornamental lavender varieties can release bitter compounds that make drinks taste soapy.