Easy Thai Iced Tea (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Tea
01 -
4 cups water
02 -
4 tablespoons Thai tea mix or strong black tea
03 -
4 star anises
04 -
1 crushed cardamom pod (optional)
→ Sweetener
05 -
4 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
→ Cream
06 -
1/2 cup evaporated milk, coconut milk, or half-and-half
→ Ice
07 -
Ice cubes
# Instructions:
01 -
Bring the water to a boil in a pot. Turn off the heat and add the Thai tea mix, star anise, and cardamom pod. Steep for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on desired strength.
02 -
Stir in the sugar until completely dissolved.
03 -
Strain out the tea leaves and spices, discarding the solids.
04 -
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
05 -
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice, leaving space at the top for the milk.
06 -
Slowly pour the evaporated milk, coconut milk, or half-and-half over the tea to create a distinct layer. Stir before drinking.