HOW TO MAKE THAI MILK TEA USING CHATRAMUE THAI TEA - 3 WAYS

Summary

In this tutorial, three methods for preparing Thai milk tea are demonstrated using a popular Thai tea brand. The first method involves a pour-over technique with creamer and granulated sugar for a sharp taste. The second uses milk syrup and sugar syrup, allowing for batch brewing. The third is a Thai tea latte with fresh milk and an optional milk foam topping. Each method results in a distinct flavor and presentation, offering a range of options from traditional to modern, with recipes detailed in the 'All Things Milk Tea' book.

Takeaways

• 🍵 The video demonstrates three methods of making Thai milk tea using a popular Thai tea brand.
• 📏 For 22 ounces of tea, two tablespoons (about 14 grams) of Thai tea powder are recommended per cup.
• 🥛 The video includes a method using condensed milk and evaporated milk, prepared as a milk syrup for convenience.
• 🌿 One of the methods uses non-dairy creamer and another uses granulated sugar, while the third uses sugar syrup.
• 💧 The pour-over method is emphasized for brewing the tea, which involves pouring hot water over the tea multiple times to extract flavor.
• 🥄 The use of granulated sugar is said to give the tea a sharper and more delicious taste.
• 🍬 Sugar syrup is an optional addition for a smoother, commercial taste and allows for batch brewing of the tea.
• 🥤 The Thai tea latte method involves using less water and creating a milk mix with milk syrup and fresh milk.
• ⏰ A quicker soak method is mentioned as an alternative to the pour-over, though it may not produce the traditional aroma.
• 📖 The video concludes with a recommendation to check out the book 'All Things Milk Tea' for detailed recipes and variations.

Q & A

What are the three different methods of making Thai milk tea described in the video?

The three methods are: using non-dairy creamer and granulated sugar, using milk syrup and sugar syrup, and making a Thai tea latte with fresh milk and optional milk foam.

How much Thai tea is needed for a 22-ounce cup?

You need two tablespoons, equivalent to 14 grams, of Thai tea for a 22-ounce cup.

What ingredients are used to make the milk syrup in the recipe?

The milk syrup is made by combining equal parts of condensed milk and evaporated milk.

What is the purpose of the pour-over method in the recipe?

The pour-over method helps to release the aroma of the Thai tea and ensures a well-brewed, flavorful tea by controlling the brewing process with high and low pours.

Why does the presenter suggest using granulated sugar instead of sugar syrup in some recipes?

Granulated sugar makes the taste of the Thai tea sharper and more pronounced, giving it a more distinct flavor compared to sugar syrup.

What are the key differences between the three types of Thai milk tea in the video?

The first uses creamer and granulated sugar, offering a sharper taste. The second uses milk syrup and sugar syrup, providing a smooth texture. The third is a Thai tea latte with fresh milk and milk foam, which is more filling and smooth due to the higher milk content.

How does using sugar syrup benefit the preparation of Thai milk tea?

Sugar syrup allows for batch brewing of Thai tea, as it can be added to cold tea without needing to use hot tea, making the process more convenient for larger quantities.

Why might someone prefer to soak their tea rather than use the pour-over method?

Soaking the tea is a slower process and doesn't release the aroma as well, but it can be done if someone has more time and prefers a different method of brewing.

What does the presenter say about the texture of the milk tea when using creamer?

The milk tea with creamer has a slightly powdery texture compared to the milk syrup version, which is smoother.

What additional option is presented for making the Thai tea latte more premium?

The presenter suggests adding milk foam on top of the tea latte to make the drink more premium, which could allow for a higher price when selling it.