Step 1: Blend the Oats and Water:

Pour the rolled oats and water into a blender and blend until smooth, which should take about 1 minute.

Step 2: Strain the Oat Milk:

Strain the oat milk mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a saucepan. Discard the solids.

Step 3:Sweeten the Oat Milk (Optional):

If you prefer a sweeter latte, add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup to the oat milk and stir until fully combined.

Step 4: Heat the Oat Milk:

Heat the oat milk over medium heat until it starts to steam. Do not let it boil.

Step 5: Make the Espresso:

While the oat milk is heating, make a shot of espresso.

Step 6: Combine the Espresso and Oat Milk:

Pour the heated oat milk into a mug and add the shot of espresso. Stir to combine.