Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Cherry Vanilla Earl Grey Tea, a delightful blend that combines the bright, citrusy notes of Earl Grey with the sweetness of fresh cherries and rich vanilla syrup. Perfect for any occasion—whether you’re savoring a quiet afternoon or entertaining friends—this tea can be served hot for cozy moments or iced for refreshing enjoyment in warmer weather. With its unique flavor profile, this drink is sure to warm your heart and elevate your tea-drinking experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Earl Grey tea bag (or 1 teaspoon loose leaf)
- 1 cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- 1/2 cup milk (any type)
- 4–5 fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1–2 teaspoons vanilla syrup
- Ice (for iced version)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, simmer halved cherries with 2 tablespoons of water over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until soft. Mash gently to release juices.
- Boil 1 cup of water and steep the Earl Grey tea for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove tea bag or strain leaves.
- Add milk and optional cinnamon stick to the cherry mixture, heating over low heat while stirring.
- Stir in vanilla syrup, then strain the cherry-milk mixture into the brewed tea. Mix well.
- Serve hot or pour over ice for a chilled treat, garnishing with a fresh cherry or cinnamon stick if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering/Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg