# What You'll Need:
→ Pistachio Milk
01 - 1 cup raw, unsalted pistachios
02 - 3 cups filtered water
03 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, optional
04 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Latte
06 - 2 shots (about 2 fluid ounces) espresso or strong brewed coffee
07 - 1 1/2 cups homemade pistachio milk
08 - 1 tablespoon sugar or sweetener of choice, optional
09 - Crushed pistachios, for garnish, optional
# Directions:
01 - Place pistachios in a large bowl and cover with water. Soak overnight or for at least 6 hours. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
02 - Combine soaked pistachios, 3 cups filtered water, vanilla extract, maple syrup or honey, and sea salt in a blender. Process until completely smooth.
03 - Pour the blended mixture into a nut milk bag or fine mesh sieve set over a pitcher. Squeeze or press to extract liquid. Discard or reserve solids for baking.
04 - Transfer milk to a saucepan and gently heat over medium, whisking continuously until hot but not boiling. Adjust sweetness if desired.
05 - Brew espresso or strong coffee using an espresso machine or coffee maker.
06 - Pour hot pistachio milk into serving cups, leaving some froth reserved. Add espresso to each cup and stir gently to combine.
07 - Top each latte with reserved pistachio milk froth. Garnish with crushed pistachios if desired and serve immediately.