Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea: A Sophisticated Blend of Comfort and Elegance
Indulge in the luxurious fusion of flavors with this Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea. A sophisticated blend of comfort and elegance, this delightful beverage is sure to captivate your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering, Steeping, Infusing
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Earl Grey Tea:
- 1 Earl Grey tea bag (or 1 tsp loose leaf Earl Grey tea)
- 1 cup water
Milk Mixture:
- ½ cup milk (dairy, almond, oat, etc.)
- 4–5 fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 1–2 tsp vanilla syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- Ice (optional for iced version)
Instructions
- Simmer the Cherries: In a saucepan, heat fresh cherries with a small amount of water until they soften and release their natural sweetness.
- Brew the Tea: Steep Earl Grey in freshly boiled water for 3-5 minutes.
- Infuse the Milk: Gently warm the milk in the saucepan with the cherries, adding a cinnamon stick for a touch of spice.
- Sweeten the Blend: Stir in vanilla syrup, adjusting the amount to suit your taste preference.
- Combine and Strain: Pour the brewed tea into a mug and strain the cherry-infused milk mixture over it, pressing the cherries to release all their juice.
- Enjoy Hot or Iced: Serve immediately as a warm drink or allow to cool and pour over ice for a refreshing twist.
- Garnish: Top with a fresh cherry or a dash of cinnamon for an extra special touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Cherry, Earl Grey, Milk Tea, Beverage, Fusion, Comfort, Elegance
