Description
This Iced English Tea Latte is a creamy, refreshing drink made with strong English breakfast tea, frothy milk, and a touch of sweetness. It’s easy to make at home and perfect for a cozy pick-me-up on a hot day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 English breakfast tea bags (or 2 teaspoons loose leaf black tea)
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup (120–180 ml) milk (whole, oat, almond, or preferred milk)
- 1–2 teaspoons (5–10 ml) honey or maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 to 1.5 cups ice cubes
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: ground cinnamon, nutmeg, whipped cream
Instructions
- Boil 1 cup (240 ml) of water using a kettle or saucepan (ideally to 200°F/93°C).
- Place 2 English breakfast tea bags (or 2 teaspoons loose leaf) in a large mug or heatproof measuring cup. Pour the hot water over the tea and steep for 4-5 minutes for a strong flavor.
- Remove tea bags (or strain loose leaves). Stir in 1-2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or sweetener of choice while the tea is still hot. Mix until dissolved.
- Let the sweetened tea cool for 5 minutes. For faster cooling, place in the fridge or freezer briefly.
- Pour 1/2 to 3/4 cup milk into a mason jar with a lid or cocktail shaker. Add vanilla extract if using. Seal and shake for 30 seconds until frothy, or whisk vigorously in a bowl.
- Fill a tall glass with 1-1.5 cups ice cubes. Pour the cooled tea over the ice.
- Slowly pour the frothed milk over the tea to create swirls. Stir gently if desired.
- Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg, or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
- Serve immediately with a straw or drink straight from the glass.
Notes
For a stronger flavor, use two tea bags per cup of water. Sweeten while the tea is hot for best dissolving. Use tea ice cubes to prevent dilution. Oat milk is a great dairy-free option. Adjust milk and sweetener to taste. Store brewed tea in the fridge for up to 3 days. For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and maple syrup or agave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tall glass (about 16 oz/475 ml)
- Calories: 100130
- Sugar: 710
- Sodium: 60120
- Fat: 47
- Saturated Fat: 24
- Carbohydrates: 1216
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 46
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