Adding a splash of flavour to your favourite drink can transform an ordinary moment into something rather special. Whether you're looking to jazz up your café menu or simply fancy creating barista-style drinks at home, Tate & Lyle's barista coffee syrups offer a brilliantly simple way to add quality and creativity to every cup.
This guide will show you how to use these versatile syrups to craft everything from comforting coffees to exciting mocktails. 
Why Choose Tate & Lyle Barista Range?
For small businesses and home baristas, quality and consistency aren't just nice-to-haves - they're absolutely essential. Tate & Lyle has been a trusted name for over 145 years and their beverage syrups continue that proud legacy. Made with top-quality ingredients, these syrups deliver reliable, delicious flavour every single time, ensuring every drink you make is as brilliant as the last.
Their versatility makes them a kitchen essential for anyone to use:
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Transform Coffees & Teas: Fancy a brilliant barista-style brew? These syrups are perfect for instantly r instantly adding extra flavour to gorgeous lattes, cappuccinos, and delicious iced teas.
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Craft Mocktails & Cocktails: Ready to impress? You’ll be shaking and stirring unique, refreshing mocktails and cocktails with that bit of added extra flair that's guaranteed to be the talk of any gathering. Cheers to that!
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Uplift Milkshakes & Hot Chocolates: For those cosy moments, turn simple milkshakes and hot chocolates into something more gourmet. A little splash of syrup, and voilà! Instant comfort!
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Enhance Your Baking: Don't stop at drinks! These syrups are your secret weapon in the kitchen too. Drizzle them over cakes, stir into frosting, or bake them right into your desserts for that extra layer of indulgence.
How to Use Tate & Lyle Syrups: Tips and Ideas
Getting started with beverage syrups couldn't be easier. Here are our top tips to help you add flavour for the perfect drink every time.
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Start Small: A little syrup goes a surprisingly long way. Begin with one or two pumps (around 10-20ml) per drink and adjust to taste. It's much easier to add more than to wish you hadn't!
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Mix Well: For hot drinks, add the syrup to your cup before pouring in the coffee or frothed milk. This helps it blend beautifully! For cold drinks, give it a good old stir or use a cocktail shaker.
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Perfect Pairings: Think about flavours that naturally complement each other. Vanilla is a classic with coffee, while hazelnut adds wonderful nutty richness. Caramel is brilliantly versatile and works with almost everything, especially espresso and chocolate.
Easy Recipes to Get You Started
Ready to start mixing? Here are some simple recipes using Tate & Lyle beverage syrups that you can make at home or add to your business's menu.
1. The Ultimate Caramel Latte (Hot or Iced)
This is the coffee shop classic that never goes out of style. The smooth, sweet taste of caramel perfectly balances the bold espresso - it's coffee shop magic in a cup.
Ingredients:
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Double shot of espresso
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200ml milk (dairy or plant-based)
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20ml Tate & Lyle Caramel flavoured Beverage Syrup (we recommend 20ml in a 240ml drink)
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Ice cubes (for the iced version)
Instructions:
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Add the caramel syrup to a latte glass.
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Pour in the freshly brewed espresso and stir to combine.
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For a hot latte: Froth the milk until it's hot and velvety, then pour it over the espresso.
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For an iced latte: Fill the glass with ice cubes, then pour over the cold milk. Give it a final stir and enjoy.
2. Rich Hazelnut Hot Chocolate
Transform a simple hot chocolate with the gorgeous nutty aroma of hazelnut. This is pure comfort in a mug - perfect for those cosy moments.
Ingredients:
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20ml Tate & Lyle hazelnut flavoured Beverage Syrup (we recommend 20ml in a 240ml drink)
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200ml milk
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25g dark or milk chocolate, chopped (or 2 tbsp cocoa powder)
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Whipped cream and chocolate shavings to garnish (optional)
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Gently heat the milk and chocolate in a small saucepan, whisking until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is beautifully smooth.
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Remove from the heat and stir in the hazelnut syrup.
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Pour into a mug and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if you fancy it.
Stock Up on Flavour
Having a reliable supply of quality ingredients is absolutely crucial. Tate & Lyle beverage syrups offer both exceptional quality and brilliant value. The syrups come in convenient 750ml formats, including mixed cases of four, and pumps making it easy to stock up on your most popular flavours.
Investing in a few core flavours like Caramel, Vanilla, and Hazelnut lets you create an extensive and appealing drinks menu with minimal fuss.
Ready to Elevate Your Drinks?
Tate & Lyle Barista Beverage Syrups are a simple, high-quality solution for adding flavour and creativity to your drinks. From your morning coffee ritual to special occasion cocktails, they offer endless delicious flavouring possibilities.
Why not start with a flavour everyone absolutely loves? Try the Tate & Lyle Caramel Beverage Syrup today and discover just how easy it is to perfect delightful drinks. Explore our full range and find the ideal syrups for your home or business.