Royal Milk tea recipe: easy Japanese Milk tea
Experience the luxurious taste of Royal Milk Tea, a beloved Japanese beverage that combines the rich flavors of black tea with the creamy smoothness of milk. This delightful drink is perfect for any time of day, offering a comforting warmth when served hot and a refreshing coolness when enjoyed iced. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create this exquisite tea in your own kitchen, making every sip a moment of indulgence.
Ingredients
Royal Milk tea Ingredients
- 1 cup (240ml) Water 240 milliliters or 1 regular-sized teacup 100% filled, plus more hot water to warm the teacups.
- 3 heaping teaspoons Black Tea Leaves about 9 grams; use Assam for a dark-colored tea or Darjeeling for a lighter tea.
- 1 cup (240ml) Milk regular or vegan milk (1 regular-sized teacup 100% filled)
- 2 teaspoons Maple syrup Sugar or Honey: Optional, to taste.
Instructions
How to Make Japanese Royal Milk Tea: Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients. My regular-sized teacups hold approximately 1 cup (240 milliliters) of liquid each, so I use them to measure both water and milk for this recipe.
- Boil the Water: Pour 1 cup (240 milliliters) of water into a milk pot or small saucepan. Cover and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add Tea Leaves: Once the water boils, stir in 3 heaping teaspoons (about 9 grams) of black tea leaves.
- Simmer the Tea: Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the tea simmer for 1½ to 2 minutes. For iced royal milk tea, simmer the leaves slightly longer to create a stronger tea that will hold up to the dilution from the ice.
- Heat the Milk: Add 1 cup (240 milliliters) of milk to the pot and slowly bring it just to a simmer. Meanwhile, pour hot water into your serving teacups to keep them warm. Drain the water before serving the tea. Tip: If you know how much sugar you’d like, add it to the pot now to dissolve before serving.
- Finish the Tea: When the tea is about to boil, remove it from the heat.
- Strain and Serve: Drain the hot water from the teacups. Pour the tea through a tea strainer or fine-mesh sieve into your pre-warmed teacups.
Notes
How To Serve Royal Milk Tea
- Sweeten your tea with sugar or honey to taste. Enjoy it with homemade Matcha Cookies, Black Sesame Cookies, or Strawberry Mochi. This tea also makes a wonderful base for Boba Tea.
How To Store
- While it's best to make this tea fresh, you can store leftover milk tea in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to a day. Reheat using a microwave or a saucepan for the best flavor. Enjoy your delicious and comforting Japanese Royal Milk Tea!