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Earl Grey & Lavender Milkshake

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 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
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 tablespoons 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
  1. 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 flavors fully bloom. Strain to remove the tea and lavender, and let the infused milk cool completely.
Blend the milkshake
  1. In a blender, combine the cooled Earl Grey–lavender milk, vanilla ice cream, honey, and fresh orange juice.
Create the texture
  1. Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and luxuriously thick.
Serve with elegance
  1. Pour into chilled glasses and finish with a delicate garnish of fresh orange slices and a light scattering of lavender buds.
Enjoy
  1. Serve immediately and savor 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 flavor.
  • 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.