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Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea

A cozy, aromatic tea latte blending citrusy Earl Grey with sweet-tart cherries and creamy milk for the ultimate comforting drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage, Snack
Cuisine: Autumn, Fusion
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Infusion
  • 2 tbsp loose-leaf Earl Grey tea heaping, or 3 tea bags
  • 0.5 cup frozen dark sweet cherries pitted
  • 2.5 cups water
Per Serving
  • 1 cup brewed Cherry-Earl Grey infusion hot
  • 0.5 cup milk of choice oat, whole, or almond
  • 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup to taste
  • 1 fresh cherry or citrus twist for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Mugs or glasses
  • Milk frother or whisk

Method
 

  1. Make the infusion: In a small saucepan, combine water, frozen cherries, and Earl Grey tea. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. Once simmering, reduce heat to low and steep for 5-7 minutes until the tea is deeply colored and fragrant.
  3. Remove from heat. Strain the infusion through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract all liquid. Discard solids.
  4. Prepare the milk: In a separate container, heat the 1/2 cup of milk until hot. Froth using a milk frother, French press, or whisk until creamy and foamy.
  5. Assemble the drink: Pour 1 cup of the hot tea infusion into a mug. Stir in 1-2 tsp of sweetener until dissolved.
  6. Gently pour the frothed milk over the tea. For layers, pour slowly over the back of a spoon.
  7. Top with any remaining milk foam. Garnish with a fresh cherry on the rim or a twist of lemon/orange peel.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy this cozy, aromatic treat.

Notes

For a caffeine-free version, use Earl Grey Rooibos tea. The strained tea infusion can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days for quick assembly. For an iced version, let the infusion cool, then pour over ice and top with cold milk.