Lavender Milk Tea Recipe

Introduction

Lavender Milk Tea offers a fragrant twist on a classic beverage, blending floral notes with creamy almond milk and chewy tapioca pearls. This refreshing drink is perfect for a calming afternoon treat or a unique party refreshment.

Ingredients

• 3 Earl Grey tea bags
• ½ cup tapioca pearls
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp dried lavender flowers
• ½ cup almond milk
• 1 cup ice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Simmer 2 cups of water, then remove from heat.
2. Step 2: Place the dried lavender flowers in a tea infuser and add it along with the Earl Grey tea bags to the hot water. Steep for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Remove the tea bags and tea infuser, then let the tea cool to room temperature.
4. Step 4: While the tea is cooling, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the tapioca pearls, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5–6 minutes until tender.
5. Step 5: Strain the cooked pearls and transfer them to a small bowl. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved, then set aside to cool completely.
6. Step 6: Divide the sweetened tapioca pearls evenly between two glasses.
7. Step 7: Add ice to each glass, pour the cooled lavender Earl Grey tea over the ice, and top with almond milk to your preference. Stir gently before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, try using oat or whole milk instead of almond milk.
• If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the brown sugar or substitute with honey.
• Add a drop of vanilla extract to enhance the floral notes even more.
• Use a fine mesh strainer if you don’t have a tea infuser for the lavender flowers.

Storage

Store any leftover brewed tea and cooked tapioca pearls separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to enjoy, gently warm the pearls in a bit of water before adding to the tea. It’s best served fresh for optimal texture and flavor.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different tea instead of Earl Grey?

Yes, black tea or green tea can work well, but Earl Grey’s distinctive bergamot flavor complements lavender best.

How do I prevent tapioca pearls from sticking together?

After cooking, rinse the pearls with cold water and stir them with brown sugar or syrup to keep them separate and enhance their sweetness.

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Lavender Milk Tea is a refreshing iced beverage combining the floral notes of dried lavender and fragrant Earl Grey tea, sweetened with brown sugar tapioca pearls and mellowed with creamy almond milk. This delightful drink offers a perfect balance of aromatic flavors and smooth textures, ideal for a relaxing afternoon treat.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Category: Beverages
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Tea Beverage
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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Tea Base

• 3 Earl Grey tea bags
• 1 tbsp dried lavender flowers
• 2 cups water

Tapioca Pearls

• ½ cup tapioca pearls
• 2 tbsp brown sugar

Others

• ½ cup almond milk
• 1 cup ice

Instructions

1. Prepare the Tea: Simmer 2 cups of water and then remove it from the heat. Place 3 Earl Grey tea bags and 1 tablespoon of dried lavender flowers inside a tea infuser and steep them in the hot water for 5 minutes to extract their flavors.
2. Cool the Tea: Remove the tea bags and the lavender infuser from the water and let the tea cool down to room temperature, allowing the flavors to mellow and blend.
3. Cook Tapioca Pearls: While the tea is cooling, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the tapioca pearls and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the pearls for 5-6 minutes until they become soft and chewy.
4. Sugar the Tapioca Pearls: Strain the cooked tapioca pearls and transfer them to a small bowl. Stir in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar until the pearls are coated and the sugar begins to dissolve. Let them cool completely to room temperature.
5. Assemble the Drink: Evenly divide the sweetened tapioca pearls between two glasses. Add half a cup of ice to each glass, then pour the cooled lavender Earl Grey tea over the ice and pearls.
6. Add Almond Milk: Finish off by topping each glass with ¼ cup of almond milk, stirring gently if desired, and serve immediately for a refreshing and aromatic milk tea experience.

Notes

• For a stronger lavender flavor, increase dried lavender flowers to 1.5 tablespoons.
• Adjust sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar to the tapioca pearls.
• Use almond milk or any plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
• Keep tapioca pearls warm and covered before use to maintain texture.
• Serve immediately after assembly to enjoy the best texture of pearls and the freshness of the tea.

Keywords: lavender milk tea, earl grey tea, tapioca pearls, bubble tea, iced tea, floral tea, almond milk tea, brown sugar pearls