The London Fog is a velvety-warm Earl Grey latte, lifted by delicate notes of vanilla and a layer of creamy frothed milk. A simple feel-good recipe – perfect for grey days and your little moments of indulgence.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp / 4 g Earl Grey
- 150 ml hot water (ideally 90 °C)
- 1 tsp agave syrup
- 150 ml milk or a milk alternative of your choice
- Vanilla extract
Method
- Heat the water to around 90 °C, pour over the Earl Grey and steep for 3 minutes.
- Warm the milk or milk alternative and froth to your liking.
- Add the agave syrup to a glass, then pour in the freshly brewed tea and stir well.
- Top with the frothed milk and finish with a few drops of vanilla extract.
Your questions about the P&T London Fog
What is a London Fog?
A London Fog is a creamy latte-style tea made with Earl Grey. It combines black tea with delicate bergamot, frothed milk and a hint of vanilla. The result is a comfortingly aromatic drink that calls to mind a gentle, misty morning.
Is a London Fog just Earl Grey with milk?
Not quite. A classic London Fog is made with Earl Grey, milk (or an alternative), a touch of sweetness and vanilla flavour. These extra components give the drink its distinctively creamy, lightly fragrant character – it’s more than “just” tea with milk.
How do I make English tea?
For traditional English tea, black tea is brewed with hot water (around 90–95 °C) and left to steep for 2–4 minutes. It is often finished with a splash of milk. The tea can be lightly sweetened to taste.
What is special about Earl Grey tea?
Earl Grey is defined by its natural bergamot aroma – a citrus fruit that gives the tea its characteristically fresh, elegant and slightly floral note. This balance makes Earl Grey one of the most iconic and versatile black teas of all.
