Korean Ginger Honey Latte
Ginger honey latte starts with a concentrated ginger infusion made by simmering thinly sliced fresh ginger in water over medium-low heat for ten minutes. The strained ginger water is returned to the pot with milk and heated until just below boiling, allowing the sharp warmth of ginger to emerge gradually within the creamy base. Honey is added only after the heat is turned off so its fragrance stays intact, and a pinch of salt mediates between the ginger's bite and the honey's sweetness. A small dusting of cinnamon at the end blends with the ginger aroma into a lingering, warm-spice finish.
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Instructions
- 1
Slice ginger thinly and add to a pot with water.
- 2
Simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
- 3
Strain the ginger infusion back into the pot.
- 4
Add milk and heat until just before boiling.
- 5
Stir in honey, salt, and cinnamon to finish.
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