TRADITIONAL THAI ICED TEA WITH STAR ANISE
I found this derink on Chow & it says that it is very refreshing. I haven't tried it yet but am looking forward to trying this summer (if we have one here in the UK!). Time to make doesn't include chilling time.
Provided by Um Safia
Categories Beverages
Time 15m
Yield 1/2 gallon
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring 1/2 gallon of cold water to a boil. Add 8 finely crushed star anise pods, 1 teaspoon orange blossom water, the scrapings of 1 vanilla pod or 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, a pinch each of ground cloves and ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup Chinese black tea leaves.
- Boil for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 cup sugar and a few drops of red food coloring (optional, though traditional). Cover, steeping until tepid.
- Strain & place in the refriderator for a few hours to really chill.
- Pour the tea over plenty of crushed ice. Top with half-and-half or sweetened condensed milk.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1549.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 4.6, Carbohydrate 400.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 399.2
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Agatha Moriba
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. This Thai iced tea is now my go-to summer drink.
Zack West
[email protected]This is the perfect drink to cool down on a hot day. It's also very easy to make.
Manna Ahmed
[email protected]This is the perfect drink to serve at a party or barbecue. It's refreshing and everyone loves it.
Christina Briones
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this Thai iced tea. The star anise really makes it special.
Richard Jerome
[email protected]This is the best Thai iced tea I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful.
Jason king AF Fitness Chorley
[email protected]I've made this Thai iced tea several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it.
Sean McCoun
[email protected]This Thai iced tea is the perfect balance of sweet and creamy. It's also very easy to make.
Krizal shrestha
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses real tea leaves instead of tea bags. It makes a big difference in the flavor.
Shoqatali malik
[email protected]This Thai iced tea is a great way to use up leftover tea leaves. It's also a delicious and refreshing drink.
David Broughton
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. This Thai iced tea is now my go-to summer drink.
Talat Abbasi
[email protected]This is the perfect drink to serve at a party or barbecue. It's refreshing and everyone loves it.
Johnson Salvatiob
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this Thai iced tea. The star anise really shines through. I will definitely be making this again.
Falco Lysander
[email protected]This Thai iced tea is a great way to cool down on a hot day. It's also very easy to make. I highly recommend trying it.
Blessing Taiofeite Maeli
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my Thai iced tea turned out perfect! It's so creamy and flavorful. I can't wait to make it again.
Amal Yaradan
[email protected]This is the best Thai iced tea I've ever had! The star anise really makes it special. I will definitely be making this again.
renee leininger
[email protected]I've made this Thai iced tea several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it. It's the perfect drink to serve at a party or barbecue.
Harry Peka
[email protected]This Thai iced tea is the perfect summer drink! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and the star anise gives it a unique twist. I love that this recipe is easy to make and doesn't require any special ingredients.