Thai Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Brew the Tea
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- 2
Add Tea Leaves
Once the water reaches a boil, add 4 teaspoons of Thai black tea leaves and an optional piece of star anise for additional flavor. Remove from heat.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer the tea.
- 4
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea into a heatproof pitcher, discarding the tea leaves and star anise.
- 5
Sweeten the Tea
Stir in 3 tablespoons of sugar while the tea is still warm, ensuring that it dissolves completely.
- 6
Cool the Tea
Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
- 7
Prepare the Glasses
Fill tall glasses with ice cubes (about 1 cup each).
- 8
Serve the Tea
Pour the chilled tea over the ice in the glasses, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 9
- 10
Enjoy
Stir well before drinking and enjoy your refreshing Thai iced tea!