Thai Iced Tea
A vibrant orange chilled tea made from strongly brewed Thai tea mix, sweetened with sugar, and topped with a creamy blend of condensed and evaporated milk. A beloved street-food classic.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp Thai tea mix (Ceylon tea with spices)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tbsp evaporated milk
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
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1
Place 4 tbsp Thai tea mix (Ceylon tea with spices) in a heat-safe pitcher. Pour 2 cups boiling water over the tea and steep for 5 minutes.
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2
Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve or cloth strainer, discarding the solids.
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3
While still hot, stir in 2 tbsp granulated sugar until completely dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.
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4
Fill two tall glasses with 2 cups ice cubes. Pour the chilled tea over the ice, filling each glass about three-quarters full.
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5
In a small cup, stir together 4 tbsp sweetened condensed milk and 4 tbsp evaporated milk. Slowly pour the cream mixture over the back of a spoon on top of the tea. Serve with a straw and stir before drinking.