Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea Recipe
This Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea recipe blends the floral notes of Earl Grey tea with the natural sweetness and tartness of fresh cherries, enhanced by a hint of cinnamon and vanilla syrup. Perfect for a warming hot drink or a refreshing iced beverage, this drink offers a delightful twist on traditional milk tea in just 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tea Culture
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cherry Infusion
- 4–5 fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Tea
- 1 Earl Grey tea bag (or 1 tsp loose leaf Earl Grey tea)
- 1 cup water
Milk Tea Mix
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy, almond, oat, etc.)
- 1–2 tsp vanilla syrup, to taste
- Ice (optional for iced version)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Infusion: In a small saucepan, combine the fresh cherries, water, and cinnamon stick if using. Simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, mashing the cherries slightly to release their juices and flavors.
- Brew the Tea: Boil 1 cup of water and steep the Earl Grey tea bag or loose leaf tea for 3-5 minutes to extract a rich, aromatic flavor. Strain the tea leaves or remove the bag and set the brewed tea aside.
- Combine Ingredients: Warm the milk together with the cherry infusion mixture in the saucepan. Stir in the vanilla syrup to add a subtle sweetness and complement the cherry and bergamot flavors. Once warmed, remove from heat.
- Serve: Pour the cherry-infused milk mixture into a cup, then add the brewed Earl Grey tea. Stir gently to combine the flavors well.
- Optional Iced Version: If preferred cold, fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the combined milk tea over the ice.
- Garnish: Add a fresh cherry or a cinnamon stick on top for decoration and an extra hint of aroma.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh cherries with frozen cherries if fresh ones are not available.
- Adjust the amount of vanilla syrup according to your sweetness preference.
- Use any milk of choice such as dairy, almond, or oat milk for a vegan option.
- For a stronger cherry flavor, allow the cherries to steep longer or add a bit more fresh cherries.
- To make it caffeine-free, use a caffeine-free Earl Grey or herbal tea alternative.
Keywords: Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea, Earl Grey Tea Recipe, Cherry Milk Tea, Homemade Milk Tea, Iced Milk Tea, Vanilla Syrup Tea
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