How to Make Authentic Thai Iced Tea - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a refreshing glass of Authentic Thai Iced Tea on a hot summer day. This traditional Thai beverage is a perfect combination of strong, black tea, creamy sweetened condensed milk, and a hint of aromatic spices. It's the ideal balance of sweet, creamy, and slightly spiced, making it a delightful treat for any tea lover.

While Thai Iced Tea is readily available at many Thai restaurants, there's something special about making it at home. Not only can you customiz...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Thai tea leaves, or more to taste
  • 4 cups water
  • ⅔ cup white sugar, or to taste
  • ½ cup coconut milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 drinks

  • Place tea leaves in a tea filter bag and secure.
  • Pour water into a pot and bring to a boil. Add tea bag and sugar. Return to a boil and stir until sugar has dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow tea to steep for 30 minutes.
  • Discard tea bag. Let tea cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours, or overnight.
  • Fill 2 glasses 2/3 full of chilled tea. Slowly pour 1/4 cup coconut milk into each glass.
  • Nutrition

    373 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Sodium: 23mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 68g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 67g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 38mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 195mg