Hot Thai Tea Latte Recipe
Learn how to make a hot Thai tea latte with only 4 ingredients. This latte is full of flavor and has such a beautiful color! This easy Thai latte will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 Thai Tea Bags or 2 heaping teaspoons of loose-leaf
- 1 Cup Water
- 1/2 Cup Milk
- 2 Tablespoons Simple Syrup
Instructions
- Start by bringing water to a boil on the stovetop or in an electric kettle. Once it’s reached boiling point, remove it from the heat
- Add Thai tea bags to a small teapot or heat-safe pitcher pour over water and let the Thai tea bags steep in the hot water for approximately 5 minutes.
- After the tea bags have steeped, remove them and add simple syrup to the tea mixture (you can use more or less depending on how sweet you want your latte).
- Pour prepared Thai tea into the serving cup.
- In a separate pot heat your choice of milk on a low heat. Make sure to stir it occasionally to prevent it from burning.
- Foam steamed milk and pour over tea.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Make it Vegan: Substitute with Almond, coconut, or oat milk to make this a Vegan Thai Tea Latte.
- Sweetness Adjustment: The level of sweetness can be adjusted according to personal preference. If you prefer a less sweet latte, reduce the amount of simple syrup.
- Storing: Thai Tea Latte can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you’ve added the milk, shake well before serving.
- Reheating: If you want to enjoy your Thai Tea Latte warm, it can be reheated on the stove. Just ensure it doesn’t reach boiling point to prevent the milk from burning.
- Serving Suggestions: This Thai Tea Latte is the hot version. It is meant to be served warm. However, for a cold version check out this recipe for an iced Thai latte or a Thai bubble tea.
- Tea Bag Selection: The choice of a Thai Tea bag is crucial for the final flavor profile. Different brands offer varying degrees of spiciness, sweetness, and tea intensity. It’s worth trying a few to find your personal favorite.
- DIY Simple Syrup: Making simple syrup at home is easy. Just combine equal parts of sugar and water and heat until the sugar dissolves.
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