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Thai Iced Tea with Boba Recipe

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Experience the authentic taste of Thai Iced Tea with Boba, a delightful and refreshing beverage combining rich brewed Thai tea, sweet creamy milk, and chewy tapioca pearls. This recipe offers an easy-to-follow method to create the perfect balance of bold, sweet, and creamy flavors topped with satisfying boba for a genuine Thai café experience at home.

Ingredients

For the Thai Tea

  • 1 tablespoon Thai tea mix (use a branded Thai tea powder for authentic flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon black tea (loose leaf or 1 bag; optional but enhances flavor)
  • 1 cup filtered water (use filtered water for best flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (adjust to taste)

For the Milk Mixture

  • 1/4 cup evaporated milk (adds body without extra sugar)
  • 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk (brings sweetness and creaminess)

For the Boba

  • 1/4 cup tapioca balls (boba; use small or medium pearls for quicker cooking)
  • 3/4 cup water (for boiling boba; bring to a rolling boil)

For Serving

  • 1 cup ice cubes (fill glass with ice before serving)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Bring the filtered water to about 195°F (just off boil). Combine the Thai tea mix and black tea in the hot water and steep for 5 minutes. Use a fine mesh strainer to pour the tea into a heatproof pitcher, discarding the solids. While the tea is still hot, stir in the brown sugar until fully dissolved. Set the tea aside to cool.
  2. Cooking the Boba: Bring 3/4 cup of water to a rolling boil in a small saucepan. Add the tapioca balls and cook on medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Once cooked, drain the boba and rinse briefly with warm water, then let them cool.
  3. Milk Preparation: In a small bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and combined.
  4. Assembly: Place the warm tapioca pearls at the bottom of a tall glass. Fill the glass with ice cubes, then pour the cooled tea over the ice. Finally, gently pour the milk mixture on top and give it a gentle stir before serving, so the layers blend slightly but maintain a visually appealing look.

Notes

  • Use high-quality Thai tea powder for authentic flavor and vibrant color.
  • If preferred, adjust the sweetness by modifying the brown sugar and sweetened condensed milk amounts.
  • Black tea is optional but adds depth to the tea’s flavor profile.
  • Cook tapioca pearls according to package instructions if different from the timings given.
  • Serve immediately for best texture as boba tends to harden if left too long.

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