Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea, a comforting beverage that combines the sweet essence of fresh cherries with the aromatic notes of Earl Grey tea. Ideal for any occasion, this drink is perfect whether you’re basking in the afternoon sun or winding down during a cozy evening. With its creamy texture and customizable sweetness, you can easily tailor it to your taste preferences, making it a versatile choice for both hot and iced versions. Elevate your tea experience and impress your guests with this elegant yet simple recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Earl Grey tea bag (or 1 tsp loose leaf Earl Grey tea)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 4–5 fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 1–2 tsp vanilla syrup (to taste)
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- Ice (for iced version)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, simmer cherries with 2 tablespoons of water for about 3-5 minutes until soft. Mash gently to release juices.
- Meanwhile, boil 1 cup of water and steep the Earl Grey tea for 3-5 minutes, then remove the bag or strain loose leaves.
- Pour warm milk into the saucepan with cherries and heat gently while stirring. Add cinnamon if desired.
- Stir in vanilla syrup to sweeten as preferred.
- Combine brewed tea and strained cherry-milk mixture in a mug, pressing on cherries to extract juice.
- For iced tea, allow the mixture to cool before pouring over ice.
- Garnish with a fresh cherry or sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering/Brewing
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg