Thai Lime Iced Tea (Printable)
Cool black tea infused with fresh lime and sweetened to perfection over ice.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Tea Base
01 - 2 cups water
02 - 2 black tea bags or 2 tablespoons loose black tea
→ Flavorings & Sweetener
03 - 2 tablespoons sugar
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
05 - 2 lime slices for garnish
06 - Ice cubes
→ Optional Additions
07 - 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk for creamy version
# How to Prepare:
01 - Bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a small pot or kettle.
02 - Remove from heat and add black tea bags. Steep for 4-5 minutes to achieve a robust flavor, then remove and discard tea bags.
03 - While tea remains hot, stir in sugar until completely dissolved. This ensures even sweetness distribution.
04 - Allow tea to cool to room temperature, then stir in fresh lime juice. Adding lime to hot tea can alter the flavor profile.
05 - Fill two tall glasses generously with ice cubes. Pour the lime-infused tea over ice until glasses are nearly full.
06 - Place a fresh lime slice on the rim of each glass. For a creamy variation, drizzle 1/2 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk over each drink and stir gently to create a swirl effect.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The tangy lime cuts through the sweetness in the most refreshing way, perfect for hot days when regular iced tea feels too heavy
- It comes together in fifteen minutes flat, meaning you can whip it up when friends drop by unexpectedly
02 -
- Adding lime juice to hot tea can make it taste bitter, so always let the tea cool first before mixing in the citrus
- The condensed milk creates beautiful swirls as it mixes with the tea, but you must stir it gently or it will not incorporate properly
03 -
- Roll your limes on the counter before squeezing to release every drop of juice
- If the tea tastes too bitter after steeping, add a tiny pinch of baking soda to neutralize it