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Easy Thai Iced Tea Recipe

Easy Thai Iced Tea Recipe for a Refreshing Summer Treat

This Easy Thai Iced Tea Recipe offers a creamy, refreshing drink blending exotic spices with rich black tea, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 cups water The essential base for brewing your delightful tea.
  • 4 tablespoons Thai tea mix or strong black tea Provides a rich, earthy flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons sugar Sweetens your tea; can substitute with honey or agave.
  • 1 piece star anise Adds exotic warmth; optional.
  • 1 piece crushed cardamom pod Enhances aromatic depth; optional.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup evaporated milk or coconut milk or half-and-half Choose based on dietary preferences.
For Serving
  • as needed ice cubes Essential for chilling your drink.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • mesh strainer
  • tall glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Water: Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a pot over medium-high heat. Remove from heat once boiling.
  2. Add Tea and Spices: Add 4 tablespoons of Thai tea mix, 1 star anise, and 1 crushed cardamom pod to the hot water. Stir gently and let steep for 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Sweeten the Brew: Stir in 4 tablespoons of sugar until dissolved, then strain the mixture.
  4. Cool the Tea: Allow the strained tea to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Prepare the Glasses: Fill tall glasses with ice cubes, leaving room for milk.
  6. Pour the Chilled Tea: Pour the chilled tea over the glasses of ice until about three-quarters full.
  7. Add Creaminess: Slowly pour your choice of evaporated milk, coconut milk, or half-and-half over the tea.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Place a straw in each glass and stir before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Adjust the sweetness and layer milk for a beautiful presentation. This recipe is flexible to suit your preferences.

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