BLACK TEA JELLY WITH MILK TEA

Did you know that ten years ago milk tea cost only 3 dollars? Surprisingly, nowadays the price has gone up to eight dollars! And the milk tea may not be made with real tea, but with milk tea powder. Today I’m going to teach you how to make milk tea with real tea and real milk. (LOW COST and EASY)

Ingredients of Black Tea Jelly

• Black tea bag (Lipton)- 2 bags
• White bean jelly powder- 7 teaspoons
• Water- 500ml
• Sugar- 8 teaspoons
• A bowl that can hold 500ml
• A pot

Ingredients of Milk Tea

• Jasmine tea- 3 teaspoons (Choose the tea you like)
• Sugar- 3 teaspoons (depends on your preferred sweetness)
• Water- 200ml
• Milk- 400ml (depends on how milky you want)
• A pan

First of all, put all the needed ingredients on the table. We will be making the black tea jelly first. Pour the water into the pot, cover the pot and wait for it to boil. Now you can put the tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. After that, pick out the tea bags with chopsticks or a spoon. You can start adding sugar and turn down the heat until it melts. Next, add the white bean jelly powder, which must be stirred immediately until it melts. Then, carefully and quickly pour the black tea liquid into the bowl. Once the liquid has cooled, place it in the refrigerator for one hour. While waiting for it to solidify, we can start making milk tea! Take a pan and place it on the stove. When ready, start adding the jasmine tea leaves and sugar. Remember to turn the heat on low and stir PATIENTLY. Once  the color turns caramel, you can add water and wait for it to boil. Then, slowly pour the milk into the pan and wait for the next boil. At this point, you can turn off the heat and strain the tea through a strainer. Take out black tea jelly from the refrigerator and cut it into small pieces with a knife. Use a spoon to scoop the jelly into a cup and add milk tea. Add as many ice cubes as you need. Now you can ENJOY this refreshing drink!

I’m sure you’ve all heard that eating something sweet when you’re in a bad mood will bring you joy. For me, milk tea is a soothing “medicine.” Milk tea heals me when I’m depressed. When I am delighted, it can amplify my happiness in the moment. Milk tea is not just a drink to quench my thirst or satisfy my appetite, it’s a way to relax and feel content. From the choice of tea, to the ratio of milk to tea, each cup will contain a different flavor. I picked Jasmine tea as my tea base, because the taste brings refreshing, soft, and little sweetness. In addition, the scent of jasmine tea eased my fatigue and lured me into a state of calm. It’s not as bitter as coffee or as sweet as soda. Of course, some people may prefer a sweeter or thicker milk flavor, and I enjoy the taste that is more tea-like milk tea, so I add less milk. In my recipe, you can mix the proportions to your liking and create new flavors as long as you follow my process. When I took the first sip of milk tea that I made, I was full of satisfaction as the smooth jelly slipped down my throat and it was a refreshing feeling! As a matter as fact, I basically drink homemade milk tea once a week, not only does it taste good and it’s cheaper than buying in the store, but the best part is that every time I finish brewing it, I feel fulfilled that I can’t help but crave it.