Authentic Thai Iced Tea

Indulge in the rich, exotic flavors of Authentic Thai Iced Tea—a refreshing beverage that's both silky and aromatic. This traditional recipe features a blend of robust black tea leaves, infused with warm spices like star anise, cardamom, and cloves, for a truly authentic Thai experience. Sweetened with sugar and delicately enhanced by a trio of creamy components—evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and coconut milk—this iced tea strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. Served over plenty of ice and finished with a stunning creamy layer poured on top, it's a visually striking drink that's as satisfying to sip as it is to behold. Perfect for hot summer days or as a delightful accompaniment to your favorite Thai dishes, this easy-to-make recipe will transport your taste buds straight to Thailand!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

In a saucepan, combine the water, black tea leaves, star anise, cardamom, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the tea simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the sugar to the hot tea and stir until it dissolves completely.

Step 4

Strain the tea using a fine-mesh sieve or a cheesecloth into a heat-resistant pitcher to remove the tea leaves and spices.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract and let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, mix together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and coconut milk until smooth and set aside.

Step 7

To serve, fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the chilled tea over the ice until the glass is 3/4 full.

Step 8

Gently float the milk mixture on top of the tea by pouring it slowly over the back of a spoon.

Step 9

Stir gently before drinking to enjoy a balanced flavor of creamy and sweet tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2442.7 grams (2442.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1594

Total Fat 17.00g	22%
Saturated Fat 9.00g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 552mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 331.00g	120%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 320.00g
Protein 33.20g	66%

Vitamin D 214IU	1069%
Calcium 1337mg	103%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1727mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.5%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 82.2%