Lavender Almond Milk Tea with Tapioca Pearls Recipe

Introduction

Lavender Milk Tea is a fragrant and refreshing twist on the classic milk tea. Combining the floral notes of dried lavender with Earl Grey tea and creamy almond milk, this drink offers a perfectly balanced flavor and a touch of sweetness from tapioca pearls.

Ingredients

• 3 Earl Grey tea bags
• ½ cup tapioca pearls
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp dried lavender flowers
• ½ cup almond milk
• 1 cup ice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Simmer 2 cups of water and then remove it from the heat.
2. Step 2: Place the dried lavender flowers in a tea infuser and add it to the hot water along with the Earl Grey tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Remove the tea bags and tea infuser, then let the tea come to room temperature.
4. Step 4: While the tea cools, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the tapioca pearls, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5-6 minutes until cooked.
5. Step 5: Strain the tapioca pearls and transfer them to a small bowl. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved, then set aside to cool completely.
6. Step 6: Divide the sweetened tapioca pearls evenly between two glasses.
7. Step 7: Add ice to each glass, pour the steeped lavender Earl Grey tea over the ice, and finish by topping with almond milk.

Tips & Variations

• Use honey or agave syrup instead of brown sugar for a different sweetness profile.
• Swap almond milk with oat or coconut milk to change the creaminess and flavor.
• If you prefer stronger tea, increase steeping time by 2-3 minutes but avoid over-brewing to prevent bitterness.
• For a vegan bubble tea option, ensure tapioca pearls do not contain any animal-derived ingredients.

Storage

Store the brewed tea and cooked tapioca pearls separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Reheat tapioca pearls briefly in warm water before serving, if desired. It’s best to assemble the drink fresh to maintain the chewy texture of the pearls and the tea’s aroma.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular black tea instead of Earl Grey?

Yes, regular black tea works well, but Earl Grey adds a distinctive citrus note that complements the lavender beautifully.

How do I prevent tapioca pearls from sticking together?

After cooking, rinse the pearls with cold water and stir them in brown sugar or syrup to keep them separate and add sweetness.

Lavender Almond Milk Tea with Tapioca Pearls Recipe

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A fragrant and refreshing Lavender Milk Tea featuring Earl Grey tea infused with dried lavender flowers, sweet tapioca pearls, and smooth almond milk. Perfectly chilled and lightly sweetened, this drink offers a delicate floral twist on a classic milk tea.

• Author: Dana
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Category: Beverage
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Fusion
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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Tea and Infusion

• 3 Earl Grey tea bags
• 1 tbsp dried lavender flowers
• 2 cups water

Tapioca Pearls

• ½ cup tapioca pearls
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• Water for boiling

Other Ingredients

• ½ cup almond milk
• 1 cup ice

Instructions

1. Prepare the Lavender Earl Grey Tea: Simmer 2 cups of water and then remove from heat. Place the dried lavender flowers inside a tea infuser and add it along with the 3 Earl Grey tea bags to the hot water. Steep for 5 minutes to allow the tea and lavender flavors to infuse.
2. Cool the Tea: Remove the tea bags and the tea infuser from the pot and let the tea come to room temperature to prepare for mixing.
3. Cook the Tapioca Pearls: While the tea cools, bring a separate small pot of water to a boil. Add the tapioca pearls to the boiling water, reduce heat, and simmer for 5-6 minutes until tender.
4. Sweeten the Tapioca Pearls: Strain the cooked tapioca pearls and transfer them to a small bowl. Stir in the brown sugar to coat the pearls evenly and set aside to cool completely.
5. Assemble the Drink: Divide the sweetened tapioca pearls evenly between two glasses. Add ice to each glass, then pour the cooled lavender Earl Grey tea over the ice.
6. Add Almond Milk: Finish off by topping each glass with almond milk, gently stirring to combine flavors. Serve chilled and enjoy.

Notes

• Use a tea infuser or a fine mesh strainer to steep dried lavender flowers to easily remove them later.
• You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar mixed with the tapioca pearls.
• Almond milk adds a subtle nutty flavor and keeps the drink dairy-free.
• Ensure tapioca pearls are fully cooled before adding to the drink to prevent melting the ice too quickly.
• For stronger lavender flavor, steep the dried flowers slightly longer, but be careful not to overdo it to avoid bitterness.

Keywords: Lavender milk tea, Earl Grey tea, bubble tea, tapioca pearls, almond milk, floral tea, vegan milk tea, homemade milk tea, iced tea