Description
**Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea** is a twist on the classic milk tea that combines the bold flavors of Earl Grey tea with the sweetness of cherries, complemented by a creamy milk base. This drink is perfect for both hot and iced versions, offering a unique flavor profile that’s both refreshing and comforting. Whether you enjoy it during the winter months as a warm beverage or serve it cold in the summer, this tea is versatile and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1-2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Ice cubes
- Cinnamon stick or fresh cherries for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the 2 Earl Grey tea bags and let them steep for about 4-5 minutes.
- 2. In a separate pan, cook the cherries with sugar for 5-7 minutes to create a cherry syrup.
- 3. Once the tea is ready, remove the tea bags and stir in the cherry syrup.
- 4. Add milk to the tea and warm gently until desired temperature. Whisk the milk for a frothy texture if desired.
- 5. For the hot version, pour the tea into a mug, garnish with a cinnamon stick or fresh cherries, and serve.
- 6. For the iced version, let the tea cool, then serve over ice with cherry syrup and milk. Garnish with cherries and cinnamon stick.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute regular milk with any plant-based milk such as oat or almond milk.
- The cherry syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for quick access when making the tea.
- To make it low-calorie, you can replace sugar with a low-calorie sweetener like stevia or monk fruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg