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Thai Iced Tea Recipe

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A refreshing and authentic Thai Iced Tea recipe, featuring strong brewed black tea infused with star anise and cardamom, sweetened with sugar, and topped with creamy evaporated or coconut milk. Perfect for a cooling, flavorful beverage with a rich and aromatic taste.

Ingredients

Tea Base

  • 4 cups Water
  • 4 tbsp Thai tea mix or strong black tea
  • 4 tbsp Sugar (adjust according to your preference)
  • 4 star anises
  • 1 crushed cardamom pod (optional)

Milk & Serving

  • 1/2 cup Evaporated milk, coconut milk, or half-and-half
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Boil Water and Steep Tea: Bring the water to a boil in a pot. Once boiling, turn off the heat and immediately add the Thai tea mix, star anise, and the optional crushed cardamom pod. Let the tea steep for 3 to 5 minutes depending on how strong you like your tea.
  2. Add Sugar: Stir the sugar into the hot tea until completely dissolved to ensure a balanced sweetness.
  3. Strain Tea: Using a fine mesh strainer, strain out the tea leaves and whole spices, discarding the solids, leaving a clear, aromatic tea.
  4. Chill Tea: Allow the tea to cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator until it is fully chilled and cold.
  5. Prepare Glasses: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes to keep the tea refreshingly cold when poured.
  6. Pour Tea: Pour the chilled tea over the ice in each glass, leaving enough space at the top for the milk layer.
  7. Add Milk: Slowly pour the evaporated milk, coconut milk, or half-and-half over the tea. Pour gently so it forms a distinct creamy layer on top before mixing.
  8. Serve: Serve the Thai Iced Tea with a straw and stir before drinking to combine the flavors.

Notes

  • Adjust sugar according to your preferred sweetness level.
  • You can substitute star anise and cardamom with other aromatic spices like cinnamon if desired.
  • For a vegan version, use coconut milk or other plant-based milks.
  • Steeping time affects tea strength; increase steeping for a bolder tea flavor.
  • Use strong black tea if Thai tea mix is unavailable, but authentic Thai tea mix produces a distinctive flavor and color.

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