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Hot Jasmine Milk Tea Recipe - Cozy, Fragrant, and Comforting

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons jasmine green tea leaves (or 1 jasmine tea bag)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) hot water at about 175–185°F (80–85°C)
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) milk of your choice (whole milk for richness, or oat/almond for dairy-free)
  • 1–2 teaspoons sugar, honey, or simple syrup, to taste
  • Optional: 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream for extra body
  • Optional flavor boosts: a pinch of vanilla, a strip of orange peel, or a tiny pinch of sea salt

Method
 

  1. Heat the water right. Bring water to a gentle steam, not a rolling boil. Aim for 175–185°F to protect the jasmine’s floral notes.
  2. Steep the tea. Add tea leaves or a bag to a mug or teapot. Pour in hot water and steep for 2–3 minutes. Taste at 2 minutes; stop steeping once it’s fragrant and smooth.
  3. Warm the milk. In a small pot, heat milk over low until steaming, not boiling. If using cream, whisk it in at the end for a velvety finish.
  4. Sweeten smartly. Stir sugar or honey into the hot milk so it dissolves completely. Start small; you can always add more.
  5. Combine. Strain the tea if using loose leaves. Pour the tea into a mug, then add the sweetened milk. Aim for a 60:40 tea-to-milk ratio for balance. Adjust to taste.
  6. Optional touch. Add a drop of vanilla, a tiny pinch of salt, or express an orange peel over the cup for a gentle citrus aroma.
  7. Serve hot. Give it a quick stir and enjoy while it’s warm and fragrant.