Vanilla Earl Grey London Fog

Jul 6, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Beverage Drinks beverages Origin: Tahitian Vanilla: Extract Easy

Vanilla Earl Grey London Fog in a ceramic mug

This London Fog-style latte steeps real Earl Grey tea before adding VanillaGoods vanilla and silky steamed milk. The result keeps black tea and bergamot distinct while vanilla softens the citrus-floral edges. Best with Tahitian vanilla (floral, cherry, anise); any pure vanilla works.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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serving

⅔ cup (160.0 ml)whole milk
1 ½ tsp (6.0 g)granulated sugar or simple syrup
¾ tsp (3.75 ml)VanillaGoods vanilla extract
1.0 (2.0 g)Earl Grey tea bag
⅔ cup (160.0 ml)hot water

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Instructions

Pour the hot water over the Earl Grey tea, cover, and steep for 5 to 8 minutes. Remove the tea bag without squeezing it aggressively. The tea should smell distinctly of black tea and bergamot without becoming harsh or tannic.
Stir the sugar and vanilla into the hot Earl Grey until the sugar dissolves, then pour the tea into a large mug.
Steam the milk until it reaches about 150°F to 155°F (65°C to 68°C), creating a fine, glossy foam. The milk should be hot and silky, not scorched.
Pour the steamed milk into the vanilla Earl Grey, then finish with the foam and serve immediately. The finished drink should read as tea, bergamot, milk, and vanilla—not coffee.

Tips

Vanilla bean paste swaps 1:1 for the extract and adds visible vanilla seeds; for a whole bean, use the seeds of 1 bean in place of 2 teaspoons of extract.
Best vanilla for this: Tahitian (floral, cherry, anise), or Madagascar (rich, creamy, classic). Any pure vanilla works.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla earl grey london fog?

Plan on 8 minutes of prep. It makes 1 serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Vanilla bean paste swaps 1:1 for the extract and adds visible vanilla seeds; for a whole bean, use the seeds of 1 bean in place of 2 teaspoons of extract.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

135 Calories / serving

5.5g Fat

15.1g Carbs

5.9g Protein

14.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~135 cal · 6g fat · 15g carbs · 6g protein · 15g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 135 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 18 min·0.9 mi·~1800 steps
Moderate cycling 14 min·2.8 mi
Swimming laps 19 min
Jogging 13 min·1.1 mi·~2100 steps
Stair climbing 12 min·~1100 steps
Dancing 22 min
Bodyweight circuit training 14 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 31 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.