Green Mountain Fog

The “Green Mountain Fog” is a Vermont-inspired take on the classic London Fog tea latte. Like all fog-style drinks, it combines brewed tea with gentle sweetness and steamed or frothed milk to create something warm, comforting, and lightly indulgent.

Traditionally, a London Fog is made with Earl Grey tea, sugar, and vanilla. This version keeps the familiar structure but introduces distinctly Vermont elements, including the option to use Red Clover tea and natural maple sweetness. The result is a drink that feels familiar while still rooted in place, capturing the quiet warmth and simplicity of New England in a single mug.

Vermont’s identity is closely tied to agriculture and simple, practical foods. The state beverage is milk, the state flower is the Red Clover, the state tree is the Sugar Maple, and even the official state flavor is maple specifically from the Vermont Sugar Maple tree. These are even codified into law in the Vermont Statutes Annotated! Those elements come together naturally in a drink like the Green Mountain Fog, which leans into dairy, herbal tea, and maple sweetness without trying to be elaborate.

Nutritional Information

The provided nutritional information has been compiled from various online sources and should be regarded as an estimate. Actual nutritional values may vary based on factors such as specific ingredients used, variations in portion sizes, and individual preparation methods. It is advisable to consider these numbers as general guidelines rather than precise measurements. For accurate nutritional information, it is recommended to consult with a registered dietitian or utilize specialized nutritional analysis tools based on the exact ingredients and quantities used in your preparation.

This recipe is naturally gluten-free, as all the ingredients used are inherently gluten-free. It's a delicious option for those who follow a gluten-free diet, but it's also perfect for everyone to enjoy without any special modifications. Verify that your individual ingredients are gluten free before making as manufacturers may change their ingredients at any time.

• Serving Size: 1 Mug

• Calories: 215

• Protein: 8 g

• Fat: 8 g

• Carbohydrates: 29 g

Ingredients

• Red Clover Tea (1 cup (240ml)brewed)

• Steamed Milk (1 cup (240ml) whole milk)

• 1 Tsp (5 ml) Maple Sugar (or 1 packet sweetener)

• 1 Tbl (15ml) Maple Syrup (the darkest amber grade that you can get your hands on!)

• Optional, more maple sugar to garnish

Instructions- Green Mountain Fog

This drink comes together in two simple parts: brewing the tea and preparing the steamed or frothed milk. Conveniently, both steps take about the same amount of time, which makes the process feel natural and unhurried. While the tea brews, the milk can be warmed and frothed so everything is ready at once.

Instructions- Green Mountain Fog

Preparing the tea:

Begin by brewing a cup of Red Clover tea using your preferred method. A simple approach is to bring water to a boil and pour it over a tea bag or loose tea, allowing it to steep according to taste. This brewed tea forms the base of the Green Mountain Fog, so aim for a cup that is well-infused but not bitter.

Red Clover tea has a gentle, grassy-herbal flavor, similar to dried meadow herbs. It’s mild and clean rather than bitter or perfumed. In a latte-style drink like the Green Mountain Fog, that subtle earthiness gives the milk and maple something to rest on, keeping the drink from becoming overly sweet. Compared to the Earl Grey in a London Fog, which is bold and citrus-forward, red clover tea is much softer and more understated. Where Earl Grey brings perfume and bite, Red Clover offers a gentle, grassy-herbal base.

Making the steamed / frothed milk:

While the tea steeps, prepare the milk. For simplicity, this method focuses on frothed milk rather than true steamed milk, since most home kitchens don’t have a dedicated steam wand. Conveniently, frothing the milk takes about as long as the tea takes to steep, making it easy to prepare both components side by side.

Heat 1 cup of whole milk (about 240 ml) in a small pot over medium heat, stirring or whisking gently to prevent scorching. Warm the milk until steam begins to rise, but remove it from the heat before it starts to simmer. Ideally, the milk should reach about 140–160°F (60–72°C). Transfer the hot milk to a heat-safe container, such as a mason jar, and froth using a milk frother until it nearly doubles in volume. You should end up with warm, silky milk topped with a thick layer of foam.

Constructing the Green Mountain Fog: 

Once the tea has finished steeping, remove and discard the Red Clover tea bag or loose-leaf. Stir 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of maple sugar and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of maple syrup into the hot tea. A darker amber maple syrup works especially well here, adding depth without overpowering the drink.

Slowly pour the warm milk into the tea, using a spoon to hold back the foam. Once the liquid milk is added, gently spoon the foam on top. Finish with a light sprinkle of maple sugar over the foam for a simple garnish.

The Green Mountain Fog is a Vermont-inspired take on the classic London Fog tea latte, built around red clover tea, maple sugar, full fat milk and maple syrup. The finished drink is gently sweet with a pronounced maple character and a subtle herbal note from the clover. Because the tea itself is mild, the maple remains the dominant flavor without feeling heavy.

This drink pairs well with simple, contrasting accompaniments. Tart apple slices, such as Granny Smith, help cut through the sweetness, while bold, sharp cheeses like Cabot Vermont Sharp Cheddar or Plymouth Hunter Cheddar provide a savory counterpoint. For a sweeter pairing, extra-crunchy ginger snaps or a cranberry jelly thumbprint cookie make a natural match.