Earl Grey Milk Tea

Learn how to make this warm and comforting milk tea with Earl Grey. In this easy earl grey milk tea recipe, Earl Grey tea is steeped extra-strong and combined with rich milk, and brown sugar to make a drink that is full of flavor and comfort!

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It is hard to choose a favorite, with all the amazing teas in the world, but if I had to, Earl Grey would win every time. Not only do I have the best memories of drinking this tea with my grandma, but the flavor of earl grey is deep, complex, and never gets old. It can be enjoyed as a hot cup with nothing added, iced, or if you’re in the mood for something more, this earl grey milk tea.

What Is Earl Grey Tea?

A widely popular tea, it is commonly thought that Earl Grey was strictly a British tea but it actually has its roots in China. I have read several different versions of how it got its name and how it come to the west, but in the end, I am glad it did.

Earl Grey tea is a black tea flavored with bergamot. It is considered a flavored tea, and the base can vary between several black teas from Assam, Darjeeling, and Keemun or be a blend of any of them.

It is fun to try different Earl Greys to see which one you like best. Twinnings is a classic brand that produces high-quality tea.

Earl Grey Tea does have caffeine as its base is a true black tea. All black teas contain caffeine.

What is Earl Grey Milk Tea?

While adding milk to earl grey tea is fairly common, this Earl Grey milk tea is a sweet and creamy drink made with earl grey tea, rich foamy milk, sweetener, and a dash of vanilla. I love to make this warm and comforting tea that is full of flavor and richness.

Ingredients

• Earl Grey Tea – Chose your favorite! Loose-leaf tea or tea bags are great in this recipe.
• Milk – I use full-fat oat milk for a rich and creamy tea.
• Sugar – See a list of sugar variations below, but I suggest brown sugar for a caramelly note.
• Vanilla – just a dash, but also optional.
• Water – Use fresh filtered water for the best-tasting tea!

Why You Will Love this Earl Grey Milk Tea

• Warm
• Rich
• Sweet
• Complex Flavor
• Comforting
• So Easy to Make

How to Make Earl Grey Milk Tea

Earl Grey Milk Tea Recipe

Kitchen Tools

• Kettle (stovetop or electric)
• Measuring Spoon
• Tea Pot
• Tea Strainer
• Milk Frother (optional)
• Tea cup or mug

Ingredients

• Earl Grey Tea
• Oatmilk
• Brown Sugar
• Vanilla
• Filtered Water

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil in a kettle.
2. Add tea to the teapot.
3. Pour hot water over the tea.
4. Cover and allow to steep for 5 full minutes.
5. While tea is steeping, warm, and foam milk. (optional)
6. Strain out tea if using loose leaves.
7. Add vanilla and sugar to the prepared tea and stir.
8. Pour the tea into a cup.
9. Pour over milk.
10. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Warming and foaming milk gives it that coffee house feel and keeps the tea hot longer. This is optional if you don’t have a milk foamer.
• Make this recipe to suit your favorite flavors. Check out the substitutions below.
• Earl Grey is a black tea. If using an electric kettle be sure to heat your water to 212°F as that is the optimal water temperature for black tea.
• Steep tea covered and for a full 5 minutes for the best taste. Less time will result in a weaker tea, and steeping too much longer will risk a bitter tea.
• If you like strong tea, add another tea bag or more tea leaves. This will give a strong tea without bitterness.
• Interested in trying bubble tea? You can use this recipe to make an amazing earl grey bubble tea! Just cook 1/4 cup of boba in hot water, strain, mix with brown sugar simple syrup and add to your drink. Boba tea is best when served in a tall glass with a boba straw instead of a traditional tea cup.

Variations

I think it is important to mention that this recipe can be customized to your specific tastes. Tea is such a beautiful and personal drink. Here are some suggested variations:

Substitutes for Sugar

• Liquid Cane Sugar
• Maple Syrup
• Honey
• Raw Sugar
• Coconut Sugar
• Stevia

Substitutes for Oat Milk

• Whole Milk
• Almond Milk
• Cashew Milk
• Half n Half

More Milk Tea Recipes You Are Sure to Love!

• Rose Milk Tea
• Jasmine Milk Tea
• Ginger Chai
• Chai Latte
• Coconut Milk Tea
• Matcha Latte
• Brown Sugar Milk Tea
• Peppermint Tea Latte

I hope you enjoy this tea recipe. Leave a comment below and let’s connect!