Thai Iced Tea Recipe - Authentic Traditional Method

Complete step-by-step guide to making authentic Thai iced tea at home. Perfect for beginners and tea enthusiasts. Traditional ingredients and techniques.

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Prep Time

5 minutes

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Cook Time

10 minutes

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Servings

4-6 people

Ingredients

4 cups water
4 tablespoons Thai tea mix
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup condensed milk
1/2 cup evaporated milk
Ice cubes

Instructions

1

Boil the Water

Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan.

2

Steep the Tea

Remove from heat and add 4 tablespoons of Thai tea mix. Let steep for 5-7 minutes, or until the tea reaches your desired strength.

3

Strain and Sweeten

Strain the tea through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher. Stir in 1/2 cup of sugar while the tea is still warm.

4

Cool the Tea

Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

5

Serve with Milk

Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled tea to about 3/4 full, then top with a mixture of condensed milk and evaporated milk.

Pro Tips

  • • For stronger tea flavor, steep for up to 10 minutes, but be careful not to over-steep as it can become bitter.
  • • Adjust the sugar amount based on your preference. Traditional Thai iced tea is quite sweet.
  • • You can make the tea ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • • For a creamier texture, you can use half-and-half instead of evaporated milk.

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