Eesha (@foodieeshh) is a popular vegetarian food and beverage influencer based in Connecticut and Boston. She is known for her accessible at-home recipes.
If you're looking to elevate your coffee with a drink that's as beautiful as it is delicious, this Vanilla Ube Coffee recipe is perfect. Combining rich espresso, creamy milk, sweet vanilla syrup, and vibrant purple ube cold foam, this eye-catching beverage delivers a unique twist on a classic latte.
The popularity of ube-flavored drinks has exploded in recent years, and it's easy to see why. Ube, a purple yam commonly used in Filipino desserts, offers a subtly sweet flavor with notes reminiscent of vanilla, pistachio, and white chocolate. This beverage is a flavorful and inspired Filipino coffee featuring the bold richness of Italian espresso.
For this ube latte recipe, we recommend using Caffè Borbone Crema Superiore Whole Bean Coffee. Its smooth, full-bodied flavor and velvety crema provide the perfect foundation for the sweet vanilla and creamy ube foam, creating a café-worthy beverage you can make at home.
What Is Ube?
Ube is a vibrant purple yam that has been a staple ingredient in Filipino cuisine for generations. While often compared to sweet potatoes, ube has a distinct flavor profile. It offers a mild sweetness with nutty and vanilla-like undertones that work beautifully in desserts, baked goods, and beverages.
Its signature purple hue makes it especially popular on social media, but its appeal goes beyond appearance. Ube's delicate flavor complements coffee without overpowering it, making it an excellent ingredient for specialty ube lattes and cold foam creations.
Why Ube and Espresso Work So Well Together
Great coffee drinks rely on balance. The natural sweetness of vanilla syrup and ube foam helps soften espresso's bold characteristics while allowing its complexity to shine through.
Caffè Borbone Crema Superiore Whole Bean Coffee is particularly well suited for this recipe. This arabica-forward blend offers a rich body and smooth finish that stands up beautifully to milk and flavored additions, ensuring that the espresso remains the star of the drink rather than getting lost beneath the sweetness.
Ube Vanilla Iced Latte Recipe
by: Eesha (@FoodieEshh)
Ingredients
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- Ice
- Vanilla syrup
- 4 oz milk of your choice
- 2 shots espresso made with Caffè Borbone Crema Superiore Whole Bean Coffee
Ube Cold Foam Recipe Ingredients
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- Heavy cream
- 2–3 drops ube flavoring
- Vanilla syrup
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add your desired amount of vanilla syrup.
- Pour in approximately 4 ounces of your favorite milk.
- Brew two shots of espresso using Caffè Borbone Crema Superiore Whole Beans and pour them over the milk.
- In a separate container, whisk or froth heavy cream with 2–3 drops of ube flavoring and a splash of vanilla syrup until light and creamy.
- Carefully spoon the ube cold foam over the espresso mixture to create a layered effect.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
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Tips for the Perfect Iced Vanilla Latte with Ube Cold Foam
Use Freshly Ground Coffee
Freshly grinding your coffee beans before brewing helps maximize flavor and aroma. The nuanced character of Crema Superiore shines brightest when brewed from freshly ground beans.
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Use Capsules to Save Time
Sometimes you want a fancy drink without the complicated set up and clean up, we get it! If time is short, you can always opt for Crema Superiore pods compatible with Nespresso Original machines.
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Adjust the Sweetness
Vanilla syrup provides the base sweetness for this recipe, but it's easy to customize. Add more syrup for a dessert-like treat or reduce it for a more coffee-forward experience.
Choose Your Favorite Milk
This recipe works well with a variety of milk options. Dairy milk, oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk each offer their own unique flavor profiles and textures.
Focus on Presentation
One of the best features of this drink is its stunning layered appearance. Pouring the espresso slowly and gently topping with cold foam helps maintain distinct layers and creates a coffeehouse-style presentation.
A Coffee Shop Experience at Home
Specialty coffee drinks don't have to require expensive equipment or a trip to your local café. With a few simple ingredients and quality coffee, you can create beverages that rival your favorite coffee shop.
This Ube Vanilla Latte offers the perfect combination of visual appeal and exceptional flavor. The contrast between the rich espresso, creamy milk, and vibrant purple foam makes every cup feel like a special occasion.
Whether you're entertaining guests, creating content for social media, or simply treating yourself to something different, this recipe delivers a memorable experience.
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