Eggnog Latte Recipe (Better Than Starbucks)

The eggnog latte is the most indulgent holiday coffee drink you can make at home — rich, creamy, spiced, and surprisingly easy. Whether you’re using store-bought eggnog (5-minute version) or making a full eggnog from scratch, this guide covers every method. What Is an Eggnog Latte? An eggnog latte replaces steamed milk with eggnog — or a mix of eggnog and milk — over a double espresso. The result is a thick, custard-flavored coffee drink with warm spice notes (nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla) that complements espresso beautifully. ...

April 21, 2026 · 9 min · Home Espresso Lab

Gingerbread Latte Recipe (Homemade Syrup + Starbucks Copycat)

A gingerbread latte is espresso and steamed milk spiked with a homemade gingerbread spice syrup — warming, deeply spiced, and one of the best holiday coffee drinks you can make at home. The Starbucks version is excellent, but making it yourself means you control the sweetness, spice level, and can make it year-round. Here’s the complete recipe: the syrup, the latte, hot and iced, and every variation worth knowing. Homemade Gingerbread Syrup This is the foundation of the entire drink. Make a batch and it keeps in the fridge for 2 weeks. ...

April 21, 2026 · 8 min · Home Espresso Lab