Best 6 Spiced Thai Iced Tea Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thailand with our authentic Spiced Thai Iced Tea recipe. This refreshing beverage is a symphony of sweet, sour, and aromatic spices, capturing the essence of Thailand's vibrant street food culture. Our recipe includes variations for both traditional and vegan versions, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful drink. Discover the secrets of brewing the perfect Thai iced tea, from selecting the right tea leaves to achieving the ideal balance of flavors. Additionally, explore our collection of complementary recipes, including a savory Thai Larb Salad, a fragrant Jasmine Rice, and a delectable Mango Sticky Rice dessert. Embark on a culinary journey to Thailand and experience the harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors that define this beloved iced tea.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED THAI ICED TEA



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Similar to the Thai iced tea served in Thai restaurants made with red rooibos or orange black tea. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Provided by musicianamanda

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 2h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups water
¼ cup white sugar
5 pods star anise
1 cinnamon stick
4 pods cardamom, crushed
8 red rooibos tea bags
¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
ice

Steps:

  • Place water, sugar, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cardamom in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add tea bags. Let tea steep and cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
  • Remove tea bags and strain out whole spices; discard. Whisk in condensed milk. Pour into a large pitcher and refrigerate until flavors combine, at least 1 hour.
  • Fill 4 glasses with ice. Serve tea over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 19.5 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 82 mg, Sugar 43.7 g

REAL THAI ICED TEA



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Why make Thai iced tea from a mix when the real thing is so much more delicious? Learn to make Thai iced tea from scratch with this authentic recipe.

Provided by Lindsey Goodwin

Categories     Beverage

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons loose-leaf black tea
1 piece star anise
2 pods cardamom
Optional: 1/2 cinnamon stick
Optional: 1/8 vanilla bean
Optional: ground tamarind (to taste)
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup water (boiling)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons evaporated milk (or coconut milk or whole milk)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Steep the tea, star anise, cardamom, cinnamon stick, vanilla bean, tamarind powder, and almond extract (if using) in the boiling water for 5 minutes.
  • Strain the tea.
  • Stir in the sugar and sweetened condensed milk until both are completely dissolved.
  • Fill 2 tall glasses with ice.
  • Pour the tea over the ice, leaving an inch or so of space at the top for the evaporated milk.
  • Top up with more ice if needed, and then drizzle with 1 teaspoon of evaporated milk on each glass of tea.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 20 mg, Sugar 12 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize 2 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPICED ICED TEA



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This was my mom's iced tea recipe, which had a special spot in our refrigerator on hot summer days. I remember it being served as a special treat for the men who were on hand during the hay harvest. -Ellen Carlton Mont Vernon, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups boiling water
4 tea bags
1 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
4 whole cloves
Sugar substitute equivalent to 4 teaspoons sugar
Ice cubes, fresh mint and lemon slices

Steps:

  • Pour boiling water into a heat-proof pitcher. Add the tea bags, cinnamon, cloves and sugar substitute; steep tea for 15 minutes., Discard the tea bags, cinnamon and cloves. Pour tea over ice in glasses; garnish with mint and lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

THAI ICED TEA



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Thai red tea leaves are blended with star anise, cinnamon and vanilla. The steeped tea then is flavored with sugar and, after being cooled, is mixed with cream and often condensed milk for a refreshing creamy drink

Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups water
1 cup Thai tea
3/4 cup sugar
6 tablespoons cream
6 tablespoons condensed milk

Steps:

  • In a kettle, bring the water to a boil. Place the tea in a teapot or glass container. Pour the water over the tea and let steep until bright orange in color, 3 to 5 minutes. Strain into a clean container, such as a pitcher (or, if in tea bags, remove the bags). Add sugar and stir to dissolve. Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Fill 6 tall glasses with crushed ice and add tea to 3/4 full. Add 1 tablespoon cream and 1 tablespoon condensed milk to each glass.
  • Serve with iced-tea spoon so guests can swirl the mixture themselves.

SPICED ICED TEA



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Make and share this Spiced Iced Tea recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brenda.

Categories     Beverages

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups water
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 inch piece cinnamon stick
3 tea bags
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine water, cloves, and cinnamon stick in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat.
  • Place tea bags in spiced water, cover, and steep for ten minutes.
  • In another saucepan, combine sugar, orange juice, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
  • Strain tea into orange juice mixture.
  • Chill, serve over ice.

THAI SWEET ICED TEA



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A delicious Thai iced tea for a refreshing afternoon.

Provided by Gigi

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups water
1 cup Thai tea leaves
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon crushed cardamom pods
¼ teaspoon crushed cloves
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 cup half-and-half, or to taste
crushed ice, as needed

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in tea leaves, vanilla extract, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon. Cover and remove from the heat. Let steep for 15 minutes.
  • Pour tea through a fine mesh strainer; discard tea leaves. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Fill glasses with crushed ice. Pour tea into glasses and top with half-and-half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 14.9 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 27.7 mg, Sugar 42 g

Tips:

  • Use loose-leaf black tea or a blend specifically designed for Thai iced tea. This will give you the best flavor.
  • Make sure the tea is strong. Use 4-5 tablespoons of tea leaves per liter of water.
  • Steep the tea for at least 5 minutes, but no longer than 10 minutes. Longer steeping times will result in a bitter tea.
  • Add sugar or another sweetener to taste. Thai iced tea is typically very sweet, but you can adjust the sweetness to your liking.
  • Use evaporated milk or coconut milk for a creamy texture. Whole milk can also be used, but it will not be as rich.
  • Add spices, such as star anise, cardamom, and cinnamon, to taste. This will give your tea a unique flavor.
  • Serve the tea over ice. You can also garnish it with a lime wedge or a sprig of mint.

Conclusion:

Thai iced tea is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it sweet, spicy, or creamy, there is a Thai iced tea recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give Thai iced tea a try. You won't be disappointed!

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