Thai Lime Iced Tea (Printable Version)
Cool, tangy beverage combining bold black tea with fresh lime and subtle sweetness
# Ingredient List:
→ Tea Base
01 - 2 cups water
02 - 2 black tea bags (or 2 tablespoons loose black tea)
→ Flavorings & Sweetener
03 - 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
05 - 2 lime slices, for garnish
06 - Ice cubes
→ Optional
07 - 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk (for a creamy version)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small pot or kettle over high heat.
02 - Add black tea bags to the boiling water. Remove from heat and let steep for 4–5 minutes to achieve a strong brew. Remove and discard tea bags.
03 - While the tea is still hot, stir in the sugar until completely dissolved.
04 - Allow the sweetened tea to cool to room temperature, approximately 15–20 minutes.
05 - Stir in the fresh lime juice once the tea has cooled.
06 - Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes. Pour the lime tea over the ice, dividing evenly between glasses.
07 - Garnish each glass with a fresh lime slice. For a creamy variation, drizzle ½ tablespoon sweetened condensed milk over each glass and stir gently before serving.
# Tips from hearthlykitchen:
01 -
- The tangy lime cuts through the richness in a way that wakes up your entire palate
- It comes together in fifteen minutes but tastes like something from a specialty café
- You can make it creamy or completely dairy free without losing any of the character
02 -
- Letting the tea cool completely before adding lime juice prevents the acid from changing the tea's flavor profile
- The sugar really does need to dissolve while the tea is hot or you'll end up with gritty sweetness at the bottom of your glass
03 -
- If you want that signature orange color of traditional Thai tea look for red or orange dyed tea bags online
- The drink actually gets better as the ice melts slightly so don't worry if you're a slow sipper