Description
This creamy iced English tea latte blends robust black tea with sweet, velvety milk and a hint of vanilla for a refreshing, café-style summer drink. It’s quick, easy, and endlessly adaptable for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 English breakfast tea bags (or Earl Grey for a floral twist)
- 1 cup hot water (just off the boil, about 200°F)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or oat/almond milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or half-and-half, optional for lighter version)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (to taste; or white/brown sugar)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
- Ice cubes (enough to fill your glass)
- Pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place 2 English breakfast tea bags in a heatproof mug or measuring cup. Pour in 1 cup hot water (just off the boil, about 200°F). Let steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags, squeezing gently. Stir in 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup while the tea is still warm until dissolved.
- Allow the sweetened tea to cool for 5 minutes. For faster cooling, place in the fridge or freezer briefly.
- In a mason jar or shaker, combine 1/2 cup whole milk, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
- Fill your shaker or jar halfway with ice cubes. Pour in the cooled tea, then add the creamy milk mixture.
- Seal the jar or shaker tightly and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until frothy.
- Fill a tall glass with fresh ice cubes. Strain or pour the latte over the ice. Sprinkle with a little cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
Notes
For a vegan version, use oat milk and coconut cream. Adjust sweetness to taste and try different teas or flavored syrups for variety. Shake vigorously for a frothy, café-style finish. Best served ice-cold. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days and shake before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tall glass (about 14-16 oz)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 11
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 5
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