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Thai Iced Tea
Thai Iced Tea, known as Cha Yen, originated in Thailand and is a beloved street drink sold at markets and roadside stalls throughout Bangkok and across the country. It is made with strongly brewed Ceylon or Thai tea blended with sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk, then poured over crushed ice for a rich, creamy, and refreshing beverage.
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Bring 4 cups of water to a full boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
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Add the Thai tea mix or Ceylon black tea leaves along with the star anise pods if using, and stir to combine.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the tea to brew strong and dark orange in color.
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Remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
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Strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a heat-safe pitcher or bowl, discarding the tea leaves and spices.
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Allow the brewed sweetened tea to cool to room temperature for about 15 minutes, or refrigerate until fully chilled, at least 1 hour for best results.
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Fill four tall glasses generously with crushed ice or ice cubes.
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Pour approximately 3/4 cup of the chilled tea over the ice in each glass, filling each glass about three-quarters full.
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Add 2 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk to each glass and do not stir yet, allowing it to swirl visually through the tea.
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Top each glass with 2 tablespoons of evaporated milk, letting it cascade over the ice for a layered presentation.
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Serve immediately with a long straw and stir just before drinking to combine the layers.
