Sunset Serenity Thai Iced Tea

Allergens

Dairy (condensed milk)

Ingredients

• 2 cups boiling water
• 3 Thai lemongrass stalks, bruised
• 1 (2
• inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
• 4 jasmine tea bags
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cinnamon stick
• Ice cubes, for serving

Instructions

1. In a heatproof jar or large teapot, combine the boiling water, lemongrass, and ginger. Cover and let steep for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
2. Remove the lemongrass and ginger, then add the jasmine tea bags. Steep for an additional 5 minutes.
3. Carefully remove the tea bags and pour the tea through a fine mesh strainer into a jar or pitcher. Stir in the condensed milk and cinnamon stick until well combined. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
4. To serve, fill two glasses with ice cubes and pour the tea over them. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and enjoy the perfect blend of flavor and tranquility in every sip.

Chef’s Insight

To make this recipe even more indulgent, add a splash of coconut rum or dark Thai rum to the tea before chilling it.

Notes

You can adjust the sweetness of this tea by adding more or less condensed milk to suit your taste.