🍵 Moroccan Vegan Mint Tea Latte with Oat Milk

A Creamy Plant-Based Twist on Morocco’s Most Iconic Beverage

Introduction

Moroccan mint tea — often called “atay” — isn’t just a drink. It’s a symbol of hospitality, tradition, and ritual. Usually made with green tea, fresh mint, and sugar, it’s served hot and poured with flair from up high into small glasses.

But today, we’re giving this timeless beverage a modern, vegan makeover: a Mint Tea Latte with Oat Milk. This creamy, comforting drink retains the essence of Moroccan culture while catering to plant-based lifestyles and modern wellness trends.

Perfect for:

Cozy mornings ☁️
Afternoons of reflection 🍃
Social sipping with friends ✨

🌿 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

100% vegan & dairy-free
Infused with real Moroccan mint leaves
Sweetened naturally

Frothy, soothing, and caffeine-balanced
Combines tradition with wellness

🛒 Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Loose green tea (e.g. gunpowder)	1 tbsp
Fresh mint leaves	1 large handful
Oat milk	1½ cups (barista blend preferred)
Hot water	1 cup
Maple syrup or agave	1–2 tsp (to taste)
Ground cinnamon (optional)	Pinch
Vanilla extract (optional)	½ tsp

🍵 Instructions

Step 1: Brew the Traditional Moroccan Tea

Rinse green tea leaves with a splash of hot water (discard rinse water).

In a teapot, steep green tea in 1 cup of hot water for 5–7 minutes.
Add fresh mint leaves to the pot and steep another 2–3 minutes.
Strain and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Oat Milk Latte Base

In a saucepan, heat oat milk over medium-low heat.
Stir in maple syrup, optional vanilla, and a pinch of cinnamon.
Whisk or froth until warm and slightly foamy (do not boil).

Step 3: Combine & Serve

In a large mug or glass:
- Pour half Moroccan mint tea.
- Pour half steamed oat milk.

Optional: Sprinkle with cinnamon or garnish with a mint leaf.

Enjoy immediately while warm and fragrant!

💡 Pro Tips & Variations

Want this?	Try this:
Caffeine-free	Use herbal mint only (skip green tea)
Extra foam	Use a frother or blend oat milk before heating
Spiced	Add cardamom or star anise while steeping
Iced version	Chill tea and milk, then serve over ice

🍵 Cultural Insight: Tea in Moroccan Life

In Morocco, tea is more than a drink — it’s a tradition. It’s served at:

Family gatherings
Business meetings
Social occasions, and even

As a sign of peace and welcome to strangers

By turning it into a latte, we honor this tradition while adapting it to today’s global palate and dietary trends.

🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

Storage	Time
Brewed tea (without milk)	2–3 days in fridge
Full latte (tea + milk)	Best fresh, but can be chilled for up to 24 hours

Reheat gently and whisk to restore foam if stored.

📝 SEO Meta Description

Discover a Moroccan Vegan Mint Tea Latte made with oat milk, green tea, and fresh mint. A plant-based twist on Morocco’s iconic drink — soothing, aromatic, and dairy-free.

✨ Final Thoughts

This Moroccan Vegan Mint Tea Latte is the perfect fusion of heritage and innovation. It’s warm, fragrant, and full of body — like a hug in a mug. Whether you’re new to Moroccan flavors or a lifelong lover of mint tea, this vegan version offers something new without losing its soul.

Try it once, and it may become your go-to comfort drink. ☕🌿