Authentic Thai Iced Tea
Indulge in the rich, exotic flavors of *Authentic Thai Iced Tea*, a sweet and creamy beverage that brings the vibrant taste of Thailand straight to your glass. Crafted with a fragrant blend of black tea, star anise, cardamom, and cloves, this recipe captures the essence of Thai cuisine in every sip. The tea is delicately sweetened with sugar and infused with the warm notes of vanilla, then chilled to perfection before being topped with a luscious mix of evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and coconut milk. Served over ice, this visually stunning drink combines refreshing coolness with velvety creaminess for an irresistible treat. Ideal for a summer refreshment or a unique addition to any meal, this homemade iced tea recipe is your gateway to authentic Thai flavor. Perfect for tea lovers, deliciously indulgent, and easy to prepare—discover why this classic beverage is such a beloved favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Black tea leaves (preferably Thai tea blend)
- 2 pieces Star anise
- 1 piece Cardamom pod
- 3 pieces Cloves
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Evaporated milk
- 0.5 cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk
- 3 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
In a saucepan, combine the water, black tea leaves, star anise, cardamom, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the tea simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the sugar to the hot tea and stir until it dissolves completely.
Strain the tea using a fine-mesh sieve or a cheesecloth into a heat-resistant pitcher to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Stir in the vanilla extract and let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours.
In a separate bowl, mix together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and coconut milk until smooth and set aside.
To serve, fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the chilled tea over the ice until the glass is 3/4 full.
Gently float the milk mixture on top of the tea by pouring it slowly over the back of a spoon.
Stir gently before drinking to enjoy a balanced flavor of creamy and sweet tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 552 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.0 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 320.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.2 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1337 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1727 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
