Cardamom Biscoff Iced Latte

Name: Cardamom Biscoff Iced Latte
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 120 ml / 4 oz Water; 100 g / 1/2 cup Brown Sugar; 50 g / approx. 7 cookies Lotus Biscoff Cookies; 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cardamom; 60 ml / 2 oz Espresso; 180 ml / 6 oz Milk; 30 ml / 1 oz Biscoff Cardamom Syrup; 1 tablespoon Biscoff Cookie Spread (optional)

Ingredients Instructions

The Cardamom Biscoff Iced Latte is a decadent yet balanced coffee beverage perfect for any time of day. It features a harmonious blend of bold espresso, creamy milk, and a homemade syrup infused with crushed Biscoff cookies and aromatic cardamom. Served over ice, it's a refreshing treat that offers complex flavors of caramel, cinnamon, and warm spice. This drink is a popular choice in modern cafes, appealing to those seeking a unique twist on the classic iced latte.

Preparation

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Preparation time

Difficulty

Drink Classification

The Cardamom Biscoff Iced Latte is classified as a modern, iced coffee drink. It is a popular specialty beverage found in contemporary cafes, valued for its unique flavor combination.

Serving

Serve this non-alcoholic coffee drink cold in a tall Collins or Highball glass filled with ice. The generous portion makes for a refreshing and satisfying beverage.

Serving size

350 ml / 12 oz

Alcohol content

0% ABV

Alcohol strength

Serving temperature

Cold

Glass type

Collins glass

Glass treatment

None

Backstory

This drink is a modern creation born from the cafe culture trend of incorporating popular confectioneries into coffee drinks. The global popularity of Lotus Biscoff cookies led creative baristas to melt them into syrups. Combining this sweet, spiced cookie flavor with the complementary aromatic notes of cardamom resulted in a sophisticated and comforting latte that has gained a following among coffee enthusiasts.

Origin

This is a modern cafe creation without a single point of origin, emerging organically from trends in North America and Europe in the late 2010s.

Cardamom Biscoff Iced Latte

This drink is often named after its key ingredients. "Speculoos" is the generic term for the spiced shortcrust biscuit, with Biscoff being a well-known brand, leading to the alternative name "Speculoos Cardamom Iced Latte".

Original name

Cardamom Biscoff Iced Latte

Alternative names

Iced Biscoff Cardamom Latte
Speculoos Cardamom Iced Latte

Characteristics overview

This latte has a rich, creamy texture and a flavor profile dominated by sweet caramel notes from Biscoff, warm cardamom spice, and coffee bitterness. Its inviting aroma makes it a comforting yet refreshing drink suitable for any season.

Flavor

Sweet, Spiced, Caramel, Coffee, Cardamom, Cinnamon

Aroma

Aromatic, Coffee, Warm spices, Toasted biscuit

Taste balance

Sweet-forward, Mildly bitter

Aftertaste

Lingering sweetness, Warm spice

Fizziness

None

Color appearance

Layered light brown and white, Beige when mixed

Texture

Creamy, Smooth, Rich

Seasonality

Refreshing, All-season

Flavor intensity & Experience

The drink has an intense flavor profile, marked by high levels of sweetness and creaminess, balanced by moderate coffee bitterness and a gentle warmth from spices. It is a completely non-alcoholic and still beverage.

Sweetness

Saltiness

Sourness

Bitterness

Spiciness

Fruitiness

Creaminess

Carbonation

Ingredients

The recipe requires a double shot of espresso, milk, and a homemade syrup made from brown sugar, crushed Biscoff cookies, and ground cardamom. An optional drizzle of melted Biscoff spread adds extra decadence.

Water120 ml / 4 oz
For the syrup.
Brown Sugar100 g / 1/2 cup
For the syrup.
Lotus Biscoff Cookies50 g / approx. 7 cookies
Crushed, for the syrup.
Ground Cardamom1/2 teaspoon
For the syrup.
Espresso60 ml / 2 oz
Double shot, freshly brewed.
Milk180 ml / 6 oz
Whole milk recommended. Can be substituted with oat or almond milk for a dairy-free version.
Biscoff Cardamom Syrup30 ml / 1 oz
Use the syrup made from the ingredients above, or to taste.
Biscoff Cookie Spread1 tablespoon(optional)
Melted, for drizzling inside the glass.

Ice type

Cubed

Mixing equipments

You'll need a small saucepan to prepare the syrup, an espresso machine to brew the coffee, and a tall glass for assembly.

Saucepan for making the syrup.
Fine-mesh sieve for straining the syrup.
Espresso machine or other coffee brewer.
Serving glass for building the drink.

Instructions

The process begins with simmering and straining a homemade Biscoff cardamom syrup. The drink is then assembled by layering this syrup, ice, milk, and espresso in a tall glass, followed by a garnish of cookie crumbs.

1. Prepare the Biscoff Cardamom Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine water, brown sugar, crushed Biscoff cookies, and ground cardamom.

2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar and cookies have completely dissolved.

3. Reduce heat to low and let it gently simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar. Let it cool completely before use.

5. Assemble the Drink: Optionally, drizzle the inside of a tall glass with melted Biscoff cookie spread for a decorative effect.

6. Fill the prepared glass with ice cubes.

7. Pour 30 ml (1 oz) of the cooled Biscoff Cardamom Syrup over the ice.

8. Gently pour your choice of milk into the glass, leaving some space at the top.

9. Slowly pour the freshly brewed double shot of espresso over the milk to create a distinct layered look.

10. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with a sprinkle of crushed Biscoff cookie crumbs. Serve immediately with a straw and an optional whole Biscoff cookie on the side.

Garnishing

Garnish the drink with a sprinkle of crushed Biscoff cookie for added texture and visual appeal, with a whole cookie on the side for dipping.

Crushed Biscoff Cookie, sprinkled on top of the drink.
Whole Biscoff Cookie, placed on the rim or served alongside the glass.

Dietary Information

This drink contains caffeine, dairy, soy, and gluten. A dairy-free and vegan version can be made by substituting cow's milk with a plant-based alternative like oat milk.

✕ Contains alcohol

✕ Caffeine-free

✕ Dairy-free

✓ Egg-free

✕ Soy-free

✓ Nut-free

✕ Gluten-free

✕ Vegan-friendly

✓ Vegetarian-friendly

Nutrition information

This is a relatively high-calorie beverage, with significant amounts of carbohydrates and sugar primarily derived from the Biscoff syrup and spread.

Calories

Averagely 280-350 kcal / 1170-1465 kJ

Calories level

Carbohydrates

Averagely 40-50 g

Carbohydrate level

Sugar

Averagely 35-45 g

Sugar level

Occasions

This latte is perfectly suited as a mid-day treat, an indulgent addition to a weekend brunch, or as a satisfying liquid dessert after a meal.

Afternoon pick-me-up
Brunch
Dessert drink
Casual sipping

Pairing suggestions

This sweet and spiced latte pairs wonderfully with breakfast or brunch items like pastries, cinnamon rolls, or waffles. It also complements the simple, buttery flavor of shortbread biscuits, making for a delightful coffee break treat.

Croissants or pastries
Shortbread biscuits
Cinnamon rolls
Waffles or pancakes

The Decadent Delight of the Cardamom Biscoff Iced Latte

The Cardamom Biscoff Iced Latte is a modern, non-alcoholic coffee shop specialty that has captured the hearts of many. It masterfully blends the rich, malty spice of Biscoff cookies with the exotic, aromatic warmth of cardamom, all balanced by bold espresso and creamy milk. Served over ice, it's a decadent treat that is both refreshing and comforting. Perfect as an afternoon pick-me-up or a liquid dessert, this drink is a testament to creative coffee culture.