Description
Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea blends fragrant bergamot with sweet cherries, creating a luxurious beverage that marries classic British tea culture with fruity sophistication. Smooth, refreshing sips invite you to savor this elegant drink that promises comfort and delightful flavor in every sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup hot or cold water
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond or oat milk)
- 1/4 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped (or use cherry syrup for convenience)
Sweeteners:
- 12 tablespoons honey or sugar, to taste
Additional Flavor:
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a robust Earl Grey tea base by steeping tea bags in water according to your preferred temperature setting – hot or cold brewing method.
- Create a luscious cherry essence by gently simmering fresh cherries with honey in a small saucepan, allowing the fruits to naturally dissolve and release their intense sweetness.
- Extract the tea bags from the brewing liquid, ensuring maximum flavor infusion has occurred during the steeping process.
- Carefully merge the vibrant cherry reduction with the prepared tea, whisking thoroughly to guarantee uniform flavor distribution.
- Introduce creamy dairy or plant-based milk into the aromatic tea mixture, selecting a variant that complements your desired texture and richness.
- Enhance the beverage’s complexity by incorporating a delicate splash of vanilla extract, which will harmonize the robust tea and fruity undertones.
- For a chilled presentation, fill a tall glass with crystalline ice cubes and carefully pour the cherry-infused tea mixture over them.
- For a warm rendition, transfer the concoction into a ceramic mug, allowing the inviting aroma to permeate the surrounding space.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh whole cherries or a verdant mint sprig to elevate the visual and sensory experience of your handcrafted beverage.
- Serve immediately, savoring the intricate layers of flavor in this elegantly crafted Earl Grey milk tea.
Notes
- Experiment with different tea strengths by adjusting steeping time for personalized flavor intensity.
- Select ripe, sweet cherries to enhance the natural fruity notes in the milk tea.
- Consider using alternative sweeteners like maple syrup or agave for unique flavor profiles.
- Opt for dairy-free milk alternatives like almond or coconut milk to create a vegan-friendly version of the drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for the cherry syrup)
- Category: Tea
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 55 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 68 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg