Quick answer
Combine strong cold brew coffee with real vanilla syrup and milk over ice for a smooth, sweet vanilla cold brew latte at home.
Why use real vanilla?
Many coffee syrups use artificial flavors. Using real vanilla extract or fresh vanilla beans gives a cleaner, richer sweetness that pairs well with the bold notes of cold brew. It also avoids the chemical aftertaste of some commercial syrups.
Choosing your cold brew base
A good vanilla cold brew latte starts with a strong, smooth cold brew concentrate. If you don't have time to brew your own, a premium bottled cold brew like the Vanilla Cold Brew Latte from #1 Organic and #1 Fair Trade Coffee works perfectly. It's Fair Trade Certified 100% Colombian Cold Brew Coffee blended with real vanilla, so you can skip the mixing and pour straight over ice.
Step-by-step recipe
- Brew or prepare your cold brew concentrate: Use a 1:4 coffee-to-water ratio steeped for 12-24 hours, or use a pre-made concentrate. If using the Vanilla Cold Brew Latte, you can skip this step and move to step 3.
- Make a simple real vanilla syrup: Simmer 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, and 1 vanilla bean (split and scraped) for 5 minutes. Let cool and strain. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Store-bought vanilla extract works in a pinch, but fresh vanilla bean gives a deeper, more authentic flavor.
- Assemble your latte: Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour 1/2 cup cold brew concentrate (or the Vanilla Cold Brew Latte) over the ice. Add 2 tablespoons of vanilla syrup (adjust to taste) and 1/2 cup of milk or your preferred dairy alternative. Stir well. Taste before adding all the syrup — some cold brews are naturally sweeter, especially if you're using a pre-sweetened product.
Product fact
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Vanilla Cold Brew Latte: Features Fair Trade Certified 100% Colombian Cold Brew Coffee and real vanilla. This means you get a smooth, strong coffee base with natural vanilla sweetness, without needing to buy separate syrups or extracts.
Vanilla Cold Brew Latte