Ever so delicious and incredibly easy to make, milk tea is the perfect treat for any day of the week. Rooted in Taiwan, Boba Nai Cha (Tapioca Milk Tea) combines the simplest ingredients for a quick and easy refreshing beverage. We decided to make the drink without boba this time and it’s still a total hit! There’s a good chance you have everything you need to make the milk tea. While this recipe does not include the boba, you can purchase some from places like Amazon or local Asian grocery stores. Now, get to brewin’!

Milk Tea Without Boba
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Milk Tea Without Boba

Recipe by Chaos Coordinator OCCourse: BeverageCuisine: TaiwaneseDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooling Time

1

hour 

Milk tea is a refreshing and slightly sweet beverage originating in Taiwan. It is perfect as a break from coffee or for afternoon enjoyment.

Ingredients

  • 3c water, boiled

  • 3 tea bags, (Early Grey black or Oolong work best))

  • 1/2c milk, divided

  • 3 1/2 tbsp sugar

Directions

  • Boil 3 cups of water. Steep three tea bags until very strongly brewed (approximately 1 hour). Add 3 1/2 tbsp sugar to the hot tea and stir until dissolved. Fully cool the tea. Brewing the tea the night before is also a good option.
  • When ready to enjoy a glass of milk tea, add ice and pour16 oz of cooled tea into a glass. Stir in 1/2 c of milk. For thicker consistency, use whole milk or half and half. We use 2% because we prefer a slightly lighter beverage. Add a wide straw and enjoy!

Notes

  • Boba (chewy tapioca pearls) can be added, if they’re a favorite of yours. Boba can be found on Amazon or at Asian grocery stores and cooked quickly per the instructions on the package.