As the days grow longer and the weather warms up ( not PNW, it's raining all day), many coffee lovers start craving something lighter and more refreshing than their winter favorites. Spring is the perfect time to experiment with bright flavors, floral notes, and iced coffee drinks that feel vibrant and seasonal.

Whether you enjoy brewing espresso at home or making simple iced drinks, these spring coffee recipes are easy to make and highlight the season's flavors.

Below are three spring-inspired coffee drinks you can try at home.

 Honey Cinnamon Iced Latte

Sweet honey and warm cinnamon create a comforting flavor that works beautifully with smooth coffee. This drink feels cozy but still refreshing enough for spring.

Honey Cinnamon Syrup

Ingredients

• ½ cup honey
• ½ cup water
• 1 cinnamon stick
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Add honey, water, and a cinnamon stick to a small saucepan.
2. Heat on low and stir until combined.
3. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
4. Remove the cinnamon stick and stir in vanilla.
5. Let cool before using.

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Latte Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 shots of espresso
• 1 tablespoon honey cinnamon syrup
• Ice
• Milk of choice

Instructions

1. Brew two shots of espresso.
2. Add honey cinnamon syrup to a glass.
3. Fill the glass with ice.
4. Pour in milk and stir.
5. Top with espresso and mix gently.

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Best Coffee Beans for This Drink

Across the Sea (House Blend)
Recommended roast: Medium-Dark
Perfect for espresso and milk drinks with a chocolatey balance.

Brazil Peaberry
Recommended roast: Medium
Smooth, nutty flavors pair beautifully with honey sweetness.

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 Lavender Vanilla Iced Latte

Floral flavors are a hallmark of spring. Lavender adds a subtle aromatic note that makes this drink feel elegant and refreshing.

Lavender Syrup

Ingredients

• ½ cup sugar
• ½ cup water
• 1 teaspoon culinary lavender
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Heat sugar and water in a saucepan until dissolved.
2. Add lavender and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and strain the lavender.
4. Stir in vanilla extract.

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Latte Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 shots of espresso
• 1 tablespoon lavender syrup
• Ice
• Milk

Instructions

1. Add lavender syrup to a glass.
2. Fill with ice and milk.
3. Pour freshly brewed espresso over the top.
4. Stir gently to combine.

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Best Coffee Beans for This Drink

Brazil Peaberry
Recommended roast: Medium
Its chocolatey smoothness balances floral flavors without overpowering them.

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 Vanilla Cold Brew with Sweet Cream

Cold brew is one of the most popular coffee drinks during warmer months. It's smooth, low in acidity, and incredibly refreshing.

Vanilla Sweet Cream

Ingredients

• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup

Whisk together until smooth.

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Drink Recipe

Ingredients

• Cold brew coffee
• Ice
• Vanilla syrup
• Vanilla sweet cream

Instructions

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add cold brew coffee.
3. Stir in vanilla syrup.
4. Pour sweet cream on top.

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Best Coffee Beans for Cold Brew

Bali Blue Moon
Recommended roast: Medium-Dark

Bali Blue Moon produces a smooth, rich cold brew with chocolatey depth and low acidity, making it perfect for iced coffee drinks.

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Tips for Better Spring Coffee at Home

A few small adjustments can make a big difference when brewing coffee at home:

✔ Use fresh roasted beans
✔ Match your grind size to the brew method
✔ Experiment with light to medium roasts for brighter flavors
✔ Adjust sweetness to your taste

Fresh coffee and simple ingredients can transform everyday drinks into something special.

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Brew Better Coffee at Home

At Custom Joe Roasting, every coffee is roasted to order, so you always receive fresh beans tailored to your preferences.

You can customize:

• Roast level
• Grind size
• Brew method

Explore our selection of single-origin coffees and house blends to find the perfect beans for your next spring coffee recipe.

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Try These Coffees for Your Spring Drinks

For the recipes in this guide, we recommend:

• Brazil Peaberry – Medium Roast (smooth and balanced)
• Across the Sea Blend – Medium-Dark Roast (great for espresso drinks)
• Bali Blue Moon – Medium-Dark Roast (excellent for cold brew)

Fresh coffee makes every drink better.

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