To get refreshed with a simple brew of my Iced Oolong Tea right in your kitchen using just 3 easy ingredients! Crafted with loose-leaf oolong tea, hot water, and a touch of sweetener, this chilled concoction is not only a tasty pick-me-up but also a cleansing, healthy sip for any time of day! Stay hydrated and satisfied with this homemade iced oolong tea, perfect for enjoying on a sunny afternoon or as a midday boost!
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Why I Love This Recipe
The best part of crafting my Iced Oolong Tea is it’s a breeze to make, delivering a refreshing and chilled beverage! Using my proven Loose Leaf Tea Brewing Guide ensures a consistently delicious brew every time, free from any bitter notes that might detract from its quality!
This oolong tea is not only ideal for a midday pick-me-up but also serves as a versatile base for creative boba-style drinks such as my Sea Salt Foam Iced Green Tea, complemented perfectly with my homemade Sea Salt Cream!
The natural light, milky flavor from the oolong tea is both soothing and invigorating, offering a satisfying homemade tea experience guaranteed to uplift your midday mood!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Tea – oolong loose leaf tea is my recommendation to make authentic tea. There are many different types of oolong tea, but usually the ones that come from known mountain regions or appellation provide the most complex taste. Can use tea bags as a replacement, but for the best brew tea, use loose leaf tea.
- Hot Water – use water heated to 200F to steep tea the oolong tea.
- Sweetener – use your preferred sweetener.
- Ice – standard ice cubes.
🍵 Tea Notes
For the best results, I recommend using Loose Leaf Oolong Tea when preparing. Loose leaf tea is recommended for its ability to provide a stronger and higher-quality tea flavor compared to tea bags.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
Directions
Step 1 Add your chosen loose-leaf oolong tea into a tea infuser or tea dispenser. Pour water that is around 200°F (just under boiling temperature) over the tea leaves and steep for 3-4 minutes.
🍵 Steeping Pro Tip
Avoid Oversteeping your tea. Oversteeping or using water that’s too hot can release excessive tannins, resulting in a bitter aftertaste.
Step 2 Serve brewed tea in a serving cup, mix in sweetener and then add in ice.
🥄 Sweetness Adjustment
Customize the sweetness to your liking by adding More or Less Sweetener to achieve your preferred taste.
Recipe Variations
Transform my base iced oolong tea into Homemade Milk Tea by adding milk for a creamy twist. To take it up a notch, top the drink with my Cheese Foam Cap to create a Cheese Foam Milk Tea, just like those found at boba shops, made easily at home!
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best way to serve this tea?
Serve over ice cubes for a refreshing drink. You can also use it as a base for creative boba-style drinks.
Can I make a larger batch of this tea?
Absolutely! Scale up the ingredients accordingly, ensuring the tea is brewed and stored properly. The steeping time will not change even if you are making a lager batch.
How can I adjust the strength of the tea to my preference?
Adjust the amount of tea leaves used to achieve your desired strength while keeping the steeping time the same.
Storage Tips
To store leftovers, wrap them with plastic wrap and place them in the fridge. This method will keep your leftovers fresh for 5-7 days.
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Watch How To Make It
Iced Oolong Tea
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Oolong Loose Leaf Tea
- 10 oz Hot Water
- 1 tsp Sweetener optional, your preferred sweetener
- 1 Cup Ice
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Add loose-leaf oolong tea into a tea infuser or tea dispenser. Pour water heated to 200°F over the tea leaves and steep for 3-4 minutes.
- Mix in sweetener to taste and then add in ice.
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