King Cake Latte Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon orange zest (freshly grated)
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
• 2 shots of espresso (about 2 ounces)
• 8 ounces whole milk (or preferred milk alternative)
• 2 to 3 tablespoons King Cake syrup (adjust to taste)
• Whipped cream
• Colored sugar (purple, green, gold)
• Ground cinnamon
• Crushed pecans or walnuts (optional)