Cool and Refreshing: Iced English Tea Latte
When you’re in the mood for a refreshing yet creamy drink, an Iced English Tea Latte is the perfect choice. This simple yet elegant beverage combines the robust flavor of black tea with the smooth richness of milk, creating a drink that’s both satisfying and easy to make at home. Whether you’re looking for a midday pick-me-up or a cooling treat on a warm day, this iced latte will hit the spot.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups whole milk (or milk of your choice)
- 2 black tea bags
- Sweetener of choice (optional)
Directions
1. Steep the Tea:
- Place the two black tea bags in a measuring cup large enough to hold the milk. This step allows the tea to fully infuse into the milk, giving the latte its distinct flavor.
2. Heat the Milk:
- In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk over low heat, stirring frequently. Remove from heat as soon as you see steam rising from the milk; avoid letting the milk boil. Heating the milk gently ensures it remains smooth and creamy without scalding.
3. Combine Tea and Milk:
- Pour the hot milk over the tea bags in the measuring cup. Allow the tea to steep in the milk for 10 minutes. This process infuses the milk with the rich, robust flavor of black tea, creating the base for your latte.
4. Remove the Tea Bags:
- After 10 minutes, gently stir the tea bags in the milk and squeeze them slightly to release any remaining liquid. Remove the tea bags from the milk to prevent the tea from becoming too bitter.
5. Sweeten (Optional):
- If you wish to sweeten your tea latte, add your preferred sweetener at this point and stir until it dissolves completely. Adjust the sweetness to your taste.
6. Cool the Tea:
- Loosely cover the measuring cup with a towel and let the tea cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This will help prevent a skin from forming on top of the milk as it cools.
7. Chill the Tea:
- Once cooled, loosely cover the measuring cup with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tea until it is cold. This step ensures your latte is perfectly chilled and refreshing when served.
8. Serve:
- When ready to serve, pour the chilled tea latte over ice in a glass. This iced version is perfect for hot days or whenever you crave a cool, refreshing beverage.
If Making a Bottle’s Worth:
- After the tea latte has cooled down sufficiently in the refrigerator, pour it into a bottle and store it in the fridge until ready to use. This makes it easy to grab and go whenever you need a quick refreshment.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Steep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Calories: 120 kcal per serving
- Servings: 1 serving
Why You’ll Love This Iced English Tea Latte
- Smooth and Creamy: The combination of milk and black tea creates a smooth, creamy drink that’s both refreshing and satisfying.
- Easy to Make: With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy a café-quality iced tea latte at home.
- Customizable: You can adjust the sweetness and type of milk to suit your taste, making it a versatile drink for any time of day.
This Iced English Tea Latte is a delightful way to enjoy your favorite black tea in a cool, creamy form. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon or a quick refreshment, this drink is sure to become a favorite. Try it today and enjoy the simple pleasure of a perfectly brewed iced latte!
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Iced English Tea Latte
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Description
The Iced English Tea Latte is a delightful and refreshing beverage, perfect for warm days or whenever you crave a cool, creamy treat. Made with steeped black tea and smooth milk, this iced latte offers a wonderful balance of robust tea flavor and rich, creamy texture. You can enjoy it as is or sweeten it to your liking for a personalized touch.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups whole milk (or milk of your choice)
2 black tea bags
Sweetener of choice (optional)
Instructions
Steep the Tea:
Place the two black tea bags in a measuring cup large enough to hold the milk.
Heat the Milk:
In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk over low heat, stirring frequently. Remove from heat as soon as you see steam rising from the milk; avoid letting the milk boil.
Combine Tea and Milk:
Pour the hot milk over the tea bags in the measuring cup. Allow the tea to steep in the milk for 10 minutes.
Remove the Tea Bags:
After 10 minutes, gently stir the tea bags in the milk and squeeze them slightly to release any remaining liquid. Remove the tea bags from the milk.
Sweeten (Optional):
If you wish to sweeten your tea latte, add your preferred sweetener at this point and stir until it dissolves completely.
Cool the Tea:
Loosely cover the measuring cup with a towel and let the tea cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This will help prevent a skin from forming on top of the milk as it cools.
Chill the Tea:
Once cooled, loosely cover the measuring cup with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tea until it is cold.
Serve:
When ready to serve, pour the chilled tea latte over ice in a glass.
If Making a Bottle’s Worth:
After the tea latte has cooled down sufficiently in the refrigerator, pour it into a bottle and store it in the fridge until ready to use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 120