Description
This Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea is a delightful fusion of bold black tea, sweet cherries, and creamy milk. It’s aromatic, refreshing, and can be served hot or iced—perfect for a cozy morning or a summery afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags – Classic black tea infused with bergamot for a unique citrusy flavor.
- 1 cup hot water (or cold water for iced version) – Used to steep the tea and extract its rich flavors.
- 1/4 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped – Adds natural sweetness and fruity flavor. You can substitute with cherry syrup if needed.
- 1–2 tbsp honey or sugar, to taste – Sweetens the tea. Adjust to your liking.
- 1/2 cup milk – Choose dairy or plant-based options like oat or almond milk for creaminess.
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional) – Enhances the flavor with a warm, fragrant note.
Optional Add-Ons:
- Mint leaves: Garnish with fresh mint for a cool, refreshing finish.
- Ice cubes: For a chilled version of this drink.
- Other fruits: Try raspberries or strawberries for a fruity twist.
Instructions
- Steep the tea: In a heatproof cup, pour 1 cup hot water over the Earl Grey tea bags. Steep for 5–7 minutes, then remove the bags.
- Prepare the cherries: While the tea is steeping, mash or blend the chopped cherries. If using cherry syrup, skip this step.
- Sweeten and flavor: Stir in honey or sugar and vanilla extract (if using) into the warm tea.
- Combine: Add the cherry puree or syrup into the tea and mix well.
- Add milk: Pour in the milk and stir until fully combined. Adjust sweetness as needed.
- Serve: Enjoy warm, or pour over ice for a refreshing iced tea. Garnish with mint leaves or extra cherries if desired.
Notes
- Use cherry syrup for a quicker version with stronger cherry flavor.
- Oat milk works especially well for a rich, smooth consistency.
- You can strain the cherry puree for a smoother drink or leave it chunky for a rustic texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: cherry earl grey milk tea, cherry tea, earl grey milk tea, fruit milk tea, iced earl grey tea