Thai Tea Espresso Latte, an original recipe from Thailand!

Espresso, spices and… tea in a delicious iced drink!

Asian coffee culture has some distinctive characteristics, like strong coffee flavor (usually in filter extraction) and the generous addition of sugar and milk, while its beverages are both hot and frozen. However, Asian coffees have some noteworthy… whims that give them a distinctive character. Among the main features of Asian coffees are the use of spices, but also the mixing of coffee with strong, black tea.

In this respect, Thai Tea Espresso Latte (or Black Tie Coffee, as its other name is) is a summary of all Asian coffee culture: it contains strong tea, aromatic spices, creamy sweetened milk, ice and at the same time replaces filter coffee with strong espresso, which gives extra flavor points. Even those who look with disbelief at Asian coffees, but also marry coffee with tea, are sure to change their mind after a sip of delicious Thai Tea Espresso Latte!

What do you need for Thai Tea Espresso Latte?

• 1 cup of water
• 1 sachet of black tea
• 1 star anise
• 1 cardamom, crushed
• 1 clove
• One cup of sweetened milk
• 1 double espresso
• Ice

How is Thai Tea Espresso Latte prepared?

• Boil the water, and add the tea and spices
• Leave for 30 minutes and then strain
• Prepare the double espresso
• Mix the tea with the coffee and cool in the refrigerator
• Serve in tall glasses, adding sugar and ice

Tips for a delicious Thai Tea Espresso Latte

• Beware of caffeine! In addition to double espresso, black tea also contains large amounts of caffeine, so our drink is very strong.
• You can brew your tea in advance and keep it in the fridge for a few days.
• Asian coffees are known for their earthy taste, but also for their aromas of distinctive wood and spice notes. Use a blend containing Asian coffee or a Robusta 20% - 30% blend for a more authentic taste.
• In Thailand, Thai Tea Espresso Latte, as well as Thai Tea, are frozen, as their warm version does not particularly highlight the aromas of spices and tea.
• Use sweetened milk, not only because sugar is necessary, but also because its thick texture makes the drink more enjoyable.
• By increasing the proportions, you can brew more tea, so than you can easily serve your drink at any time.

Unexplored Asian coffee hides many surprises that will captivate every coffee lover - start your journey to the Far East with a Thai Tea Espresso Latte from Thailand now!