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Thai tea (, , ) is a Thai drink made from Ceylon tea, milk, and sugar. Thai tea as consumed in Thailand is not typically brewed with spices, though many English language recipes inspired by Thai tea include ingredients such as star anise or cardamom to enhance the flavor. It is served either hot or cold. Thai tea is popular in Southeast Asia and is served in many restaurants that serve Thai cuisine. When served cold it is known as Thai iced tea (ชาเย็น, , ; ). Although Thai tea normally refers to Thai iced tea, there are also other kinds of tea which can be referred to as Thai tea. For instance, the Thai traditional herbal tea which is formulated based on Thai traditional medicine can also be called Thai tea. Thai Oolong tea, which is oolong tea steamed with ginger ( ginger), lemongrass ( Cymbopogon citratus), and celery, can also be referred to as Thai tea.
The tea is sweetened with sugar and condensed milk and served chilled. Evaporated milk, or whole milk is poured over the tea and ice before serving to add taste and creamy appearance. In Thai restaurants, it is served in a tall glass, but when sold from street and market stalls in Thailand it may be poured over crushed ice in a plastic bag or tall plastic cups. It may also be made into a Milkshake at some vendors.
Tapioca pearls can be added to Thai tea to make bubble tea.
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