Thai Tea

Thai tea is a sweet, creamy drink made from strong black tea, usually Ceylon or a local version of Assam. It’s brewed with sugar and often flavored with condensed milk, giving it that rich, smooth taste and signature orange color. When served cold, it’s poured over ice, sometimes with a splash of evaporated milk on top for that creamy swirl. In Thailand, you’ll find it in tall glasses at restaurants or in plastic cups or bags from street vendors.

The pros of Thai Tea include its delicious and refreshing taste, making it a popular choice, especially on hot afternoons. However, a con is that it can be really sweet, which may not appeal to everyone.

Thai Tea is typically served cold over ice, often with a splash of evaporated milk on top for a creamy swirl. It can also be enjoyed hot, especially in the mornings, often paired with fried dough sticks.

There are several variations of Thai Tea, including a version without milk called 'dark Thai iced tea' and one with lime for a citrusy kick. Some places even offer it as a blended drink, like a frappé.

Users have described Thai Tea as a staple drink, particularly enjoying it on hot afternoons. One user mentioned that while it is delicious, they often request no added sugar as it can be made too sweet.