Name: Authentic Thai Iced Tea
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 6 cups filtered water; 1 cup premium Thai tea leaves (red tea mix); 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon freshly crushed cardamom pods; 1/4 teaspoon freshly crushed cloves; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (Ceylon preferred); 1 1/4 cups granulated white sugar (adjust to taste); 1 cup half-and-half, or sweetened condensed milk (to taste); Crushed ice, as needed

Iced Tea

Thai Sweet Iced Tea

Sep 5, 2025
by Addison Tillman
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PREP TIME

5 mins
COOK TIME

5 mins
TOTAL TIME

2 hrs 25 mins
SERVING

6 People
VIEWS

0

Escape the ordinary with this vibrant Thai Sweet Iced Tea. Aromatic spices dance with rich tea, creating a symphony of flavor that's both refreshing and indulgent. The perfect afternoon pick-me-up, guaranteed to brighten your day.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

6 cups filtered water

1 cup premium Thai tea leaves (red tea mix)

1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon freshly crushed cardamom pods

1/4 teaspoon freshly crushed cloves

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (Ceylon preferred)

1 1/4 cups granulated white sugar (adjust to taste)

1 cup half-and-half, or sweetened condensed milk (to taste)

Crushed ice, as needed

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

44 g
Cholesterol

15 mg
Fiber

0 g
Protein

3 g
Saturated Fat

3 g
Sodium

28 mg
Sugar

42 g
Fat

5 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a rolling boil. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Stir in the Thai tea leaves, vanilla extract, crushed cardamom pods, crushed cloves, and ground cinnamon. (1 minute)

03

Step

Cover the saucepan and remove from the heat. Allow the mixture to steep for 15 minutes to fully extract the flavors and aromas. (15 minutes)

04

Step

Strain the tea mixture through a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth (optional) to remove all tea leaves and spices. Discard the solids. (5 minutes)

05

Step

Add the sugar to the strained tea and stir until completely dissolved. (2 minutes)

06

Step

Cover the tea and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the tea to become thoroughly cold. (120 minutes)

07

Step

Fill glasses with crushed ice. Pour the chilled Thai tea over the ice and top with half-and-half or sweetened condensed milk to your desired richness. (2 minutes)

08

Step

Serve immediately and enjoy the exotic refreshment!

For a richer flavor, consider using sweetened condensed milk instead of half-and-half. Adjust the amount to your liking.
Experiment with different tea blends for a unique twist. Some variations include adding a pinch of star anise or a few slices of fresh ginger during steeping.
If you prefer a less sweet tea, reduce the amount of sugar accordingly. Taste as you go and adjust to your personal preference.
Garnish with a star anise or a cinnamon stick for a beautiful presentation.

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