Ms. Lê Thị Ánh Trinh
Thai green tea is loved for its rich flavor, eye-catching green color, and distinctive herbal aroma. It can be used to make everything from milk tea to fruit-based drinks. This article will walk you through how to brew Thai green tea properly and share a few tips to make it taste even better.
1. Fun variations to try
Thai green tea already tastes great on its own, but it becomes even more enjoyable with simple additions. Adding milk creates a rich, creamy Thai green milk tea, while fruit jam or fresh fruit turns it into a light, tropical drink that’s perfect for hot days.
Today, GC Food is sharing a fresh and creative drink you’ll want to try: Thai green tea with coconut jelly, a fun twist for anyone looking to switch things up from the usual favorites.
2. Simple and easy-to-find ingredients
All you need for this drink are just two simple ingredients: Thai green tea and coconut jelly. That’s it.
To achieve the best flavor, choose quality Thai green tea and coconut jelly from trusted brands, as good ingredients make a noticeable difference. If possible, select shredded coconut jelly, which pairs especially well with Thai green tea.
3. Brewing the tea
This is the most important step in the whole process. If you brew the tea for too short a time, it’ll taste weak and lack aroma. Leave it for too long, and the tea can turn bitter with a slightly sour aftertaste that’s not very pleasant. That’s why timing and the water ratio really matter if you want your Thai green tea to taste just right.
One more thing to keep in mind: if you’re sensitive to caffeine or tend to have trouble sleeping, avoid brewing the tea too strongly to prevent any sleep issues later on.
Because this drink is served with ice, you’ll want to brew the tea a little longer than normal to keep the flavor nice and strong.
How to brew:
Add the tea bag or loose tea leaves to a pitcher, then pour in hot water at around 95°C and cover with a lid.
Let the tea steep for about 15-20 minutes, until the liquid turns a deep green. Remove the tea leaves or tea bag, and you’ll have a fragrant, full-bodied Thai green tea base.
4. Make Thai green tea with coconut jelly
Once your tea base is ready, you can let it cool first or mix it right away if you’re in a hurry and want to enjoy it immediately.
Pour the tea base and sugar or honey into a shaker, then shake well until the sweetener fully dissolves. Add a few ice cubes and shake again until the tea is nicely chilled and frothy. Serve it in a glass filled with ice, then gently spoon the coconut jelly on top and enjoy.
With beautifully balanced colors and flavors, this drink is hard to resist. The bold Thai green tea, slightly sweet and gently bitter, blends beautifully with the cool, chewy coconut jelly for a truly refreshing sip.
Besides coconut jelly, you can also add shredded coconut flesh to bring more variety to the toppings, or mix the tea base with fresh coconut water. Feel free to play around and customize the drink to your taste, however you like, using just the original tea base.
If you prefer it a bit tangy, you can switch it up by making Thai kumquat tea with coconut jelly. Just add some kumquat juice to the shaker, and you’ve got a brand-new drink to enjoy.
With just a few easy-to-find ingredients and some simple steps, you’ve got a cup of Thai green tea with coconut jelly ready to enjoy. If you’re used to Thai green milk tea and want to try something a little different, this version definitely won’t disappoint. Save the recipe and give it a try whenever you have some free time!
This recipe is recommended by GC Food, a trusted producer of high-quality coconut jelly. What makes GC Food’s coconut jelly stand out is its carefully selected ingredients - fermented from fresh Bến Tre coconut water to create jelly that’s naturally fragrant, pleasantly chewy, and rich in coconut flavor. Beyond the classic option, GC Food also offers a wide range of flavors and shapes, making it easy to find the perfect fit for different drinks and desserts.
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This article was written by the GC Food team - experts in natural ingredients.
