Hokkaido Milk Tea
A rich and creamy tea made with strong black tea, sweet brown sugar syrup, and Hokkaido milk. Served with chewy tapioca pearls, this tea offers both flavor and texture in every sip.
1 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong black tea brewed
- ¼ cup Hokkaido milk or substitute with whole milk or cream blend
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup tapioca pearls prepared according to package instructions
Instructions
Prepare the brown sugar syrup.
- In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture reaches a syrup-like consistency. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Cook the tapioca pearls.
- Prepare the tapioca pearls by following the instructions provided on the packaging. Once cooked, drain and rinse them with warm water. Immediately place the pearls in the brown sugar syrup to absorb the flavor and prevent sticking.
Brew the black tea.
- Brew a cup of strong black tea using your preferred method. Allow it to steep slightly longer than usual to ensure a full-bodied flavor. Set aside to cool slightly if serving cold, or keep warm if serving hot.
Assemble the drink.
- In a serving glass, add the brown sugar syrup along with the tapioca pearls. Pour in the black tea, followed by the Hokkaido milk. Stir gently to combine the ingredients thoroughly.
Serve.
- Serve immediately. For a cold version, add ice cubes as desired. For a hot version, ensure all components are kept warm prior to assembly.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free, provided the ingredients used are certified gluten-free. To ensure safety:
- Confirm that the black tea and brown sugar have no added gluten-containing flavorings or processing agents.
- Choose gluten-free tapioca pearls, as some brands may process them in facilities with gluten.
- Hokkaido milk is naturally gluten-free, but verify the label if using a store-bought substitute or flavored variety.