Ginger Milk Tea

Warm, soothing, and packed with the invigorating flavor of fresh ginger, this Ginger Milk Tea is the perfect blend of comfort and spice. This aromatic drink brings together the robust notes of black tea, the creaminess of milk (dairy or plant-based), and the zesty kick of freshly sliced ginger, all gently sweetened to taste. With just 15 minutes of preparation and cooking time, this recipe is your go-to option for a cozy pick-me-up or a refreshing change to your daily tea routine. Ideal for relaxing mornings or quiet evenings, this Ginger Milk Tea is a flavorful way to elevate your tea time ritual while reaping the benefits of ginger’s natural warmth and wellness properties.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons black tea leaves (or 2 black tea bags)
• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 2 teaspoons sugar (adjust to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the fresh ginger and slice it into thin pieces.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced ginger to the boiling water and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to infuse the water with flavor.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and add the black tea leaves (or tea bags) to the saucepan.

Step 5

Let the tea steep for about 2-3 minutes, or until it reaches your desired strength.

Step 6

Add 1 cup of milk to the saucepan and stir gently. Heat the mixture until it's just about to simmer, but do not let it boil.

Step 7

Stir in sugar to taste and let it dissolve completely.

Step 8

Strain the tea through a fine mesh sieve to remove the ginger slices and tea leaves (or remove the tea bags).

Step 9

Pour the ginger milk tea into cups and serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	741.8 grams (741.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	164

Total Fat 5.10g	7%
Saturated Fat 3.00g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Sodium 123mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 22.40g	8%
Dietary Fiber 0.20g	1%
Total Sugars 20.60g
Protein 8.20g	16%

Vitamin D 100IU	500%
Calcium 336mg	26%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 412mg	9%

*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: 27.3%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 53.2%