Iced Jasmine Tea Latte Recipe

Heat water and steep

Bring 1 cup (240 ml) of water just below boiling (about 175–185°F / 80–85°C). If you don't have a thermometer, bring to a gentle steam but not a rolling boil. Add 3 teaspoons loose-leaf jasmine green tea (or 3 tea bags) to the hot water.

Steep time

Steep the tea for 3–4 minutes for a bright, aromatic concentrate. Do not over-steep (more than 4–5 minutes) to avoid bitterness.

Strain and cool

Strain leaves (or remove tea bags). Allow the concentrate to cool for 5–10 minutes at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes or place in an ice bath to cool quickly. If you prefer a slightly weaker tea, dilute the concentrate with up to 1 cup cold water; otherwise use as-is.

Combine milk and cream

In a measuring cup or small pitcher, combine 1 cup cold milk and 2 tablespoons heavy cream or half-and-half (if using). This yields a richer mouthfeel; omit the cream for a lighter latte.

Add vanilla

Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the milk mixture if using, to add warm aromatic notes that complement jasmine.

Sweeten the milk

Add 2 tablespoons simple syrup (or honey/agave). Stir until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust: add up to 1 additional tablespoon if you prefer sweeter.

Prepare glass and ice

Fill a 16 oz serving glass with about 1 cup of ice cubes (adjust to leave room for tea and milk).

Add tea concentrate

Pour 4–6 ounces (about 1/2 to 3/4 cup) of jasmine tea concentrate over the ice. For a stronger tea flavor, use 6 oz; for a milder latte, use 4 oz.

Add milk mixture

Slowly pour the milk mixture over the back of a spoon or directly over the tea to create a layered effect. Use about 8–10 ounces of the milk mixture to fill the glass to approximately 16 oz total (adjust depending on how much concentrate you used).

Stir and finish

Stir gently to combine the tea and milk to your preference. Taste and adjust sweetness or tea strength by adding more simple syrup or a splash of tea concentrate if needed.

Garnish and serve

Garnish with a few jasmine blossoms or a twist of lemon peel if desired. Serve immediately with a straw.