Pandan Latte: The New Trendy Drink Taking Over Coffee Shops 🌿

For the past few months, a new latte has been making waves in the trendiest coffee shops: the pandan latte. Sweet, colorful, and naturally flavored, it's becoming the tropical alternative to matcha latte.

🌿 What is pandan?

Pandan (Pandanus amaryllifolius) is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. Its long green leaves have been used for centuries in Asian cuisine for their unique aroma, a mix of vanilla, almond, and coconut.

Long a well-kept secret of chefs, pandan is now gaining popularity in modern coffee shops and restaurants, driven by the search for natural and exotic flavors.

☕ Why pandan latte is charming coffee shops

1. An original and natural drink

While matcha latte is now a classic, pandan latte offers a new experience: a sweet and floral taste, a natural green color, and a comforting feel that appeals to healthy drink enthusiasts.

2. An irresistible visual appeal

Its pastel green hue and creamy texture make it an ultra-Instagrammable drink. Perfect for photos and stories, it immediately attracts customers looking for new visual and taste experiences.

3. An inclusive drink

Pandan latte is easily prepared with plant-based milk (almond, oat, coconut, soy), allowing for a vegan and lactose-free option – an essential asset in modern coffee shops.

🧋 How to prepare a perfect pandan latte

Barista recipe (for 1 cup)

• 🥄 1 teaspoon of organic pandan powder

• 🫖 200 ml of hot or plant-based milk

• 🍯 A drizzle of agave syrup or honey

• ⚡ Option: an espresso for a "pandan latte macchiato" version

👉 Mix the pandan powder with a little hot water until a smooth paste is obtained, then add the hot milk. Whisk or use a frother for a creamy texture.

Iced pandan latte variation

• Mix the pandan powder with cold milk

• Add a few ice cubes and a touch of whipped milk on top

• Serve in a tall transparent glass: guaranteed effect!

🌱 The benefits of pandan

Pandan is not just an aesthetic trend:

• It is rich in antioxidants,

• Promotes better digestion,

• And provides a soothing sensation, ideal for cozy moments.

At Pandan Bio, our powder is 100% natural, without colorings or additives, from sustainable cultivation in Southeast Asia.

📈 A booming trend

Coffee shops in Paris, London, and Tokyo are starting to incorporate pandan latte into their menus, often as a limited edition.
Google searches for pandan latte have increased by +150% in one year, and hashtags #pandanlatte or #pandanlove are exploding on Instagram.

For an establishment, it's an ideal marketing opportunity: offering a unique, photogenic drink aligned with modern consumer expectations.

💡 The final word

The pandan latte is emerging as the trendy drink of 2025: natural, elegant, and perfect for coffee shops looking for novelty.
Whether you're a barista, restaurateur, or a fan of original drinks, pandan is the new ingredient to watch closely.

👉 Discover our organic pandan powder on pandan-bio.fr and prepare your first tropical latte today 🌿