Thai Iced Tea

Sweet All Year Round Relaxed Afternoon Tea

🥃 Glass type Highball glass

⚗️ Method Built

⏱ Difficulty Easy

🌡 Strength Non-Alcoholic (0%)

⚡ Intensity Medium

🍬 Sweetness Sweet

Ingredients for a Thai Iced Tea

Tea 0.25 cup Thai (7 ml)
Water 0.5 cup boiling (15 ml)
Condensed Milk 2.0 tsp (10 ml)
Ice cubes
Mint garnish

How to make a Thai Iced Tea

Combine Thai tea (i.e., the powder), boiling water, and sweetened condensed milk, stir until blended. Pour into 2 tall glasses filled with ice cubes. Garnish with mint leaves. Makes 2 servings.

What to eat with a Thai Iced Tea

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Thai Iced Tea pairs wonderfully with a variety of Southeast Asian dishes, such as Thai green curry or pad thai. The creamy sweetness and minty freshness in the cocktail complement the spiciness and richness of these curries, creating a harmonious balance on your palate. For a lighter option, it also goes well with Vietnamese spring rolls or Japanese sushi, where its sweet notes can cut through the umami flavors and provide a refreshing contrast. The Thai Iced Tea's versatility makes it an excellent choice for casual gatherings during any season.

◈ Tasting notes Thai Iced Tea

Appearance:

The Thai Iced Tea presents itself in an opulent ruby red hue, reminiscent of a rich sunset over tropical waters. Its clarity is impeccable, allowing for a deep dive into its layered complexity without any murkiness to obscure the view. A gentle swirl reveals the viscosity of condensed milk and tea leaves, creating a subtle yet inviting texture that promises depth.

Aroma:

Upon first nosing, the cocktail unfurls with an initial wave of sweetened black tea, immediately evoking memories of warm afternoons in exotic locales. As it settles, layers of creamy vanilla from the condensed milk begin to emerge, intertwining seamlessly with a hint of smoky caramel and aromatic spices like cardamom and star anise. The addition of fresh mint leaves provides a refreshing lift, adding subtle herbal notes that dance on the edge of each breath.

Palate:

The entry is smooth and creamy, courtesy of the condensed milk, which coats the palate gently yet thoroughly. This initial sweetness gives way to a robust mid-palate where the tea's tannins make their presence known—a rich, full-bodied experience with just the right balance of bitterness that adds depth and character. The mint leaves contribute a crisp, cooling element that cuts through the richness without overwhelming it, maintaining perfect equilibrium between all components.

Finish:

The finish is long and satisfying, leaving behind an intricate tapestry of flavors that linger on the palate—hints of sweet tea, creamy vanilla, and that fresh mint zing, interwoven with subtle spicy notes. This cocktail’s aftertaste provides a lasting impression of warmth and comfort, evoking a sense of serene indulgence that lingers long after the first sip.