In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of pitted cherries, ½ cup of sugar (or sweetener), and ½ cup of water. Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, pressing the cherries with a spoon until they soften, about 5–7 minutes. The syrup should thicken slightly; once achieved, remove it from the heat, strain into a container, and let it cool completely.

Fill a tall glass with ice, leaving some space at the top for your latte. Pour in 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled cherry simple syrup, letting it settle at the bottom, creating a beautiful layered look.

Froth ½ cup of vanilla almond milk and 2 tablespoons of vanilla almond creamer together until light and creamy, using a frother or shaking vigorously in a sealed jar.

Carefully pour the frothed almond milk mixture over the cherry syrup in your glass, allowing the layers to remain distinct. Next, add ½ cup of cold brew coffee or 2 shots of chilled espresso, pouring slowly to maintain the beautiful gradient effect.

Stir gently with a long spoon to combine the flavors, and then enjoy your refreshing Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte!