Ginseng Honey Green Tea Latte
Ginseng Honey Green Tea Latte is a modern fusion beverage that blends the earthy, slightly bitter notes of ginseng root and green tea with the creamy texture of steamed milk and the natural sweetness of honey. It is a popular drink in contemporary East Asian cafes, particularly in South Korea and China, where it's enjoyed as both a comforting treat and a revitalizing pick-me-up.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a carbohydrate-rich beverage, with most calories coming from the milk's natural sugars (lactose), added honey, and the carbohydrates in the ginseng. A standard serving (around 12-16 oz) typically provides 150-250 calories, along with some protein and calcium from the milk, and a modest amount of antioxidants from the green tea.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 140 mg |
| Selenium | 4 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a modern twist on traditional herbal medicine, as ginseng has been used in East Asia for centuries to promote vitality and stamina. Nutritionally, it's a unique combination that pairs the calming amino acid L-theanine from green tea with the energizing compounds in ginseng, creating a drink that aims to provide calm, focused energy.
