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Delightful Earl Grey Milk Tea

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This Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea transforms your regular milk tea by adding juicy cherries and sweet vanilla for an unexpected taste adventure. The method starts with lightly cooking fresh cherries to draw out their sweetness and juice, while the Earl Grey steeps on its own to keep its subtle bergamot flavor intact. The fruit gets mixed with warmed milk and vanilla syrup for a smooth, velvety blend. When you mix this with your brewed tea, you get a perfect balance of flowery, fruity, and creamy notes. You can serve it hot when you need comfort or pour it over ice when you want something cool - it works in any weather. If you're feeling fancy, a sprinkle of cinnamon brings a nice warmth that goes great with both the cherries and tea.
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Elevate your everyday tea break with this mouthwatering Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea. This fancy drink blends the citrusy hints of Earl Grey with juicy cherries and smooth milk, making a sip that feels both fancy and cozy.

I've tried loads of tea and fruit pairings, and I've found that getting the brewing time just right and slowly warming the cherry-milk mix makes all the difference.

Key Ingredients Breakdown

  • Earl Grey tea: Go for high-quality loose leaf or teabags
  • Fresh cherries: Pick juicy ripe ones for maximum flavor
  • Quality milk: Whatever type you prefer will do
  • Vanilla syrup: Look for ones with natural ingredients
  • Cinnamon stick: Brings a gentle spicy warmth
  • Filtered water: Makes the flavor shine through

Simple Step-by-Step Guide

Cherry Preparation:
Remove pits gently. Slice evenly. Warm slowly. Squash softly. Filter completely.
Tea Brewing:
Warm water correctly. Count brewing minutes. Take out bags quickly. Monitor heat levels. Don't brew too long.
Milk Integration:
Heat up slowly. Mix now and then. Watch the heat. Drop spices in early. Never let it boil.
Final Assembly:
Mix bit by bit. Filter well. Tweak sweetness. Feel the warmth. Add pretty touches.
Serving Options:
Pick nice cups. Throw in ice if wanted. Make it look pretty. Offer extra sweetener. Serve right away.
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I came up with this drink because I adore both classic Earl Grey and summertime cherries.

Heat Control Tricks

I've made this countless times and learned that managing heat really matters for both hot and cold versions. When making hot tea, I keep water just shy of boiling to avoid that bitter taste, while gently warming the milk mix keeps it silky smooth. For iced tea, I make sure the tea cools down completely before adding ice so it doesn't get watery.

Prep-Ahead Tips

You can totally get this ready in advance. I often fix the cherry-milk mixture beforehand and keep it separate from my brewed tea. When I'm ready to drink, I just warm it up or cool it down. The cherry mix stays good in the fridge for about three days.

Keeping It Fresh

It tastes best right away, but you can store the parts separately if needed. The cherry-milk mix will stay good in a sealed container in your fridge for up to three days. When I make it ahead, I go a bit lighter on the sweet stuff since the flavors get stronger over time.

Ways To Serve

For hot drinks, I warm the mugs first so they stay nice and toasty. When I'm making iced tea, I use tall glasses packed with ice and throw in extra cherries on top. A tiny sprinkle of cinnamon or a bit of orange peel makes it look really fancy.

Mix It Up Options

I've played around with different versions over time. Using oat milk adds natural sweetness, while almond milk brings a nutty flavor. For special times, I sometimes add a tiny bit of rosewater or switch out the vanilla syrup for honey.

Fixing Common Problems

Got bitter tea? Cut back on steeping time or lower the water heat. Can't taste the cherries enough? Mash them up more while heating. If your milk turns grainy, just run everything through a fine strainer.

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This Cherry Earl Grey Milk Tea has turned into my go-to afternoon treat. Mixing fragrant tea with sweet cherries and velvety milk creates something truly magical that turns an ordinary cup of tea into something you'll remember.

Common Questions

→ Can I swap in frozen cherries for fresh ones?
Absolutely, frozen cherries do the job too - just let them thaw first so they release all their tasty juices.
→ Which milk gives the best results?
Any milk you like works fine - regular cow's milk, almond, oat, or soy. Just pick what fits your diet best.
→ Is there a way to make this without sugar?
Sure thing, you can use a sugar-free vanilla syrup or skip the sweetener completely since the cherries already give it some sweetness.
→ How long will this drink keep?
It's best when you drink it right away, but you can keep it in the fridge for a day if you need to.
→ Would cherry syrup work instead of real cherries?
You could try it, but real cherries give you better flavor and natural sweetness.

Fruity Earl Grey Drink

A relaxing drink that blends the bright citrus hints of Earl Grey with juicy cherries and vanilla, making a well-rounded beverage you can enjoy steaming hot or ice cold. It's just what tea fans need when they want something different.

Preparation
10 Mins
Cooking Duration
10 Mins
Complete Duration
20 Mins
By: sofia


Complexity: Simple

Origin: Blend

Output: 1 Portions (1 drink)

Diet Types: Fully Plant-Based, Plant-Based (with dairy/eggs), No Gluten, No Dairy Products

What You'll Need

→ Tea Foundation

01 Earl Grey teabag (1, or 1 tsp loose leaves)
02 Water (1 cup)

→ Add-ins

03 Milk (½ cup, whatever kind you like)
04 Fresh cherries (4-5, pitted and cut in half)
05 Vanilla syrup (1-2 tsp)

→ Extra Touches

06 Cinnamon stick (1)
07 Ice cubes (for cold option)

Preparation Steps

01 Step

Cook cherries with 2 tbsp water for 3-5 mins till they're mushy, lightly crush them

02 Step

Let Earl Grey sit in 1 cup hot water for 3-5 mins, then take out the bag or filter it

03 Step

Warm up milk with the mushy cherries and throw in a cinnamon stick if you want, stir now and then

04 Step

Mix vanilla syrup into the milk blend till it's sweet enough for you

05 Step

Pour your tea in a mug, strain the milk-cherry mix while pushing on cherries to get all the juice out. Mix well

06 Step

Drink it hot right away or pour over ice if you want it cold. Top with a cherry or cinnamon if you feel fancy

Additional Tips

  1. Enjoy it hot or cold
  2. Works with any milk you've got
  3. Make it as sweet as you want
  4. Throw a cherry or cinnamon on top if you like

Required Equipment

  • Small pot
  • Sieve
  • Mug or cup

Allergen Notice

Review ingredients for possible allergens and seek professional medical advice if uncertain.
  • Might have dairy if you use regular milk