The Speakeasy: A Smoky Citrus Rosemary Latte with Jazz Club Vibes

Bold, smoky, and kissed with citrus—The Speakeasy is a coffee drink that doesn’t whisper, it swirls. Steeped with fresh rosemary and orange peel, layered with rich Costa Rican coffee and sweetened condensed milk, and finished with a touch of smoked salt, this latte brings serious speakeasy vibes to your morning (or cocktail hour). Serve it hot, iced, or spiked with bourbon for a truly unforgettable sip.

A layered latte called The Speakeasy, topped with cocoa powder and frothed milk, surrounded by rosemary sprigs, a halved orange, smoked salt, and a bag of Costa Rica La Rosa coffee beans against a rustic brick background.

Looking for a coffee drink that feels like velvet and jazz in a glass? Meet The Speakeasy—a bold, sultry blend of smoky sea salt, bright citrus, fragrant rosemary, and rich Costa Rican coffee. Finished with frothy milk and a hint of sweetened condensed milk, this drink straddles the line between coffeehouse comfort and cocktail hour cool.

Whether you’re sipping it hot on a slow Saturday morning or adding a shot of bourbon to wind down at night, The Speakeasy is your invitation to pause, savor, and sip like it's 1932.

A creamy, layered latte called The Speakeasy, topped with cocoa powder and served in a clear glass. Surrounded by rosemary sprigs, a halved orange, smoked salt, and a bag of Costa Rica La Rosa coffee beans, set against a rustic brick background. Text overlay reads: ‘Bold. Smoky. Citrus. The Speakeasy – Hot, Iced, or Spiked – A Unique Latte with Speakeasy Vibes.’

🌿 Why You’ll Love The Speakeasy:

  • Unexpected flavor layers: Smoky, salty, citrusy, and creamy—all in one sip.

  • Naturally aromatic: Steeping rosemary and orange peel directly into your coffee creates an herbaceous twist.

  • Doubles as a cocktail: Just add bourbon for a speakeasy-style nightcap.

 

🍸 How to Serve It:

 

  • In a short, wide rocks glass with thick foam and a dusting of cocoa.

  • With jazz playing and the lights low.

  • Optional bourbon splash for evening affairs.

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The Speakeasy Latte – Smoky Citrus Rosemary Coffee Drink

This unique latte is bursting with bold personality—smoky, salty, citrusy, and effortlessly cool. It’s giving speakeasy-meets-café energy with rosemary and orange peel steeped right into rich Costa Rican coffee, rounded out by creamy milk and a touch of sweetened condensed milk. Perfect for slow weekend mornings… or stirred into something stronger come evening.

Author
Sally Valenti
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
2 minutes
Servings
1
Category

Latte

Cuisine

Modern Coffeehouse

Ingredients

  • 2–3 pieces orange peel (freshly peeled from an organic orange, if possible)
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1/8 tsp smoked sea salt
  • 4 oz. Costa Rica La Rosa Medium Roast, strong brewed (or 2 oz. espresso)
  • 4 oz. milk of choice (whole, oat, or almond work beautifully)
  • 2 Tbsp sweetened condensed milk
  • Cocoa powder, for garnish
  • Optional cocktail upgrade: Add 1 oz. bourbon to make it a bold evening sipper.

Directions

  1. Steep the citrus + herb:
  2. In a small jar or bowl, add the orange peel and rosemary sprig. Pour in the freshly brewed coffee or espresso while hot, stir gently, and set aside to steep while you froth the milk.
  3. Mix your milk base:
  4. In a short rocks glass, combine sweetened condensed milk, smoked sea salt, and your milk of choice. Froth the mixture until you reach your desired texture—creamy with a bit of foam on top is ideal.
  5. Assemble your drink:
  6. Slowly pour the steeped coffee through the center of the frothed milk, allowing the flavors to gently layer.
  7. Garnish and serve:
  8. Dust with cocoa powder and enjoy immediately—preferably with jazz playing in the background.
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