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November 15, 2021 by Courtney | Updated: March 4, 2024 |

Earl Grey Milk Tea

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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!

earl grey milk tea

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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.

Table of Contents

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  • What Is Earl Grey Tea?
  • What is Earl Grey Milk Tea?
  • Ingredients
  • Why You Will Love this Earl Grey Milk Tea
  • How to Make Earl Grey Milk Tea
  • Recipe Tips
  • Variations
  • More Milk Tea Recipes You Are Sure to Love!
  • Earl Grey Milk Tea Recipe
  • Recipe Tips
  • Substitutions for Sugar

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!
earl grey tea and milk

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!
two cups of earl grey milk tea

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! 

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earl grey milk tea
earl grey milk tea

Earl Grey Milk Tea Recipe

Courtney
Learn how to make this warm and comforting milk tea with Earl Grey. In this easy tea recipe, Earl Grey tea is steep extra strong and combined with rich milk, and brown sugar to make a drink that is full of flavor and comfort!
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 3 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Additional Time 3 minutes mins
Total Time 3 minutes mins
Course Black Tea
Servings 1 Serving
Calories 70 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Earl Grey Tea Bag or 1.5 Teaspoons Loose Leaf
  • 1/4 Cup Oatmilk
  • 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 Cup Filtered Water

Instructions
 

  • Bring water to a boil in a kettle.
  • Add tea to the teapot.
  • Pour hot water over the tea.
  • Cover and allow to steep for 5 full minutes.
  • While tea is steeping, warm and foam milk. (optional)
  • Strain out tea if using loose leaves.
  • Stir in vanilla and sugar to tea and stir.
  • Pour the tea into a cup.
  • Pour over milk.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Recipe Tips

  • 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.

Substitutions 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

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only.

Keyword earl grey, milk tea

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Comments

  1. carissa says

    November 15, 2021 at 12:32 pm

    I just made this recipe, it tastes so good and warms you up on a cold day like we’re having in Wisconsin.

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      November 15, 2021 at 12:58 pm

      I’m so glad! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  2. Rosey says

    November 15, 2021 at 2:25 pm

    I’m so excited to try this recipe as Earl Grey tea is one of my favourites. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      November 15, 2021 at 2:43 pm

      Earl Grey is my favorite too! I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  3. Nadalie Bardo says

    November 16, 2021 at 7:56 am

    I am such a fan of earl grey and lady grey tea. I love the slight hint of citrus.

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      November 16, 2021 at 8:05 am

      I do too! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  4. Yvette says

    November 17, 2021 at 6:58 am

    I’m encouraged to give earl grey tea another try. Thanks for the info and recipes.

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      November 17, 2021 at 9:04 am

      I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  5. Cari says

    November 17, 2021 at 10:05 am

    This looks so good. I may have to try it, but probably without the sugar. I’m not usually a fan of sweetened tea.

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      November 17, 2021 at 1:29 pm

      Yes, this tea tastes good even without any sweetener! I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Shanna says

    November 17, 2021 at 10:41 am

    I was drinking a cup of earl grey tea when I was reading this. I enjoy milk tea, so I am excited to try this recipe. Thank you so much for sharing this. I am definitely going to make it.

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      November 17, 2021 at 1:29 pm

      I’m so glad!

      Reply
  7. Nicole says

    November 18, 2021 at 9:52 am

    I love tea! I never thought to put BROWN SUGAR in it! Now i want to try that with my roobios tea.

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      November 18, 2021 at 3:56 pm

      I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  8. Maaike says

    November 22, 2021 at 3:00 pm

    When I moved to the UK I learned all about tea. And most of all I learned that we’re making tons of mistakes in the Netherlands when it comes to tea. I’m definitely going to try to make this recipe.

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      November 23, 2021 at 8:34 am

      I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  9. Intan says

    January 5, 2022 at 3:30 pm

    I love Earl Grey Tea! Unfortunately, I am rather a lactose intolerant so I have it straight black. But then I saw your post and you’ve done it with oat milk, I literally squealed. Gonna try make some tomorrow!

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      January 5, 2022 at 7:52 pm

      I hope you enjoy it! I love Earl Grey too!

      Reply
  10. Christine says

    January 5, 2022 at 3:36 pm

    I LOVE TEA. Can’t wait to try this recipe – thank you!

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      January 5, 2022 at 7:51 pm

      I’m so glad! I hope you love it!

      Reply
  11. Yesenia says

    January 5, 2022 at 10:09 pm

    So excited to have found your blog. I gave up coffee for the new year but I need an adequate substitute and I’m trying to love tea. Excited to try your recipes!

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      January 5, 2022 at 10:13 pm

      I hope you find much enjoyment in tea! I’m so glad you’re here!

      Reply

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