Authentic Thai Iced Tea Recipe: A Deliciously Refreshing Beverage

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Authentic Thai Iced Tea Recipe: A Deliciously Refreshing Beverage
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 30, 2023

Learn how to make your own authentic Thai iced tea at home with this easy recipe. This deliciously refreshing beverage features a perfect blend of black tea, spices, condensed milk, and ice, creating a creamy and sweet drink that is perfect for hot summer days. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, and you can enjoy the taste of Thailand right in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 Thai tea bags
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • Ice cubes

Directions

  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a pot.
  2. Add the Thai tea bags to the boiling water and let steep for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until it dissolves.
  4. Let the tea cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
  5. Once chilled, pour the tea into serving glasses filled with ice cubes.
  6. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of sweetened condensed milk over each glass of tea.
  7. Stir gently to combine the tea and condensed milk.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Thai iced tea, also known as 'cha yen,' is a popular beverage in Thailand and is often served in Thai restaurants across the world.
  • The distinct orange color of Thai iced tea comes from the addition of food coloring or a natural dye made from the flowers of the Clitoria ternatea plant.
  • The use of sweetened condensed milk gives Thai iced tea its creamy and sweet flavor.