Coffee Milk Tea Recipe
Calling all coffee and tea lovers! Imagine a beverage that combines the best of both worlds, creating a taste sensation that will leave you craving more. Enter coffee milk tea recipe. A delightful fusion that brings together the bold flavors of coffee and the comforting qualities of tea.
Servings: serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat milk
- 1 bag black tea
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/3 cup espresso 1-2 shots
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine whole milk, black tea, and pure maple syrup. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a gentle simmer. Remove the saucepan from the heat, add vanilla extract, and allow the mixture to come to room temperature.1 cup (236.6 ml) full-fat milk, 1 bag black tea, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) vanilla extract
- Brew the espresso using your preferred method. Let the espresso cool to room temperature.1/3 cup (78.7 g) espresso
- Once both the milk tea and espresso have reached room temperature, refrigerate until chilled (at least 1 hour).When ready to serve, fill a glass with ice cubes, pour the chilled espresso over the ice, then pour the cooled milk tea into the glass over the espresso. Give it a gentle stir to combine the flavors and enjoy cold.
- *For a hot coffee milk tea, just pour the tea mixture and shot of espresso while still hot into a cup, and enjoy warm
Notes
Expert tips and troubleshooting
- If your coffee milk tea turns out bitter, it could be due to over-brewing the tea or espresso. To avoid this, follow the recommended brewing times for the tea and espresso, and be mindful not to let them steep for too long.
- Curdling can happen if the milk is heated too rapidly or at a high temperature. To prevent this, heat the milk slowly over medium heat, until it reaches a gentle simmer. Avoid boiling the milk. Additionally, if you're using plant-based milk alternatives, be aware that some types may curdle more easily than others.
- Achieving the right balance of flavors in coffee milk tea is crucial. To avoid an imbalance, be mindful of the ratios of coffee, tea, milk, and sweetener you use. Taste and adjust as needed while preparing the mixture. If this is the first time making this drink, start with a little bit of conservative amounts. Gradually increase the ingredients until you find the perfect combination for you.
- If your coffee milk tea lacks flavor, it might be due to insufficient steeping or brewing time for the tea or espresso. Ensure that you follow the recommended time for brewing and steeping to extract the desired flavors fully. If needed, you can increase the steeping or brewing time slightly. Keep in mind the specific type of tea or coffee you are using.
