An oolong tea latte is made with a semi-oxidized tea, brown sugar syrup and milk. It is rich, toasty and creamy with a caramelized sweetness. Prepare this tea latte hot or iced.
What is Oolong Tea?
Oolong is a type of tea that is semi-oxidized with leaves that can be curled, twisted or tightly rolled.
The unique flavour profile from an oolong tea can be described as a cross between black tea and green tea. This is because oolong can be light in taste or robust depending on the oxidation level.
Lighter oolongs like a Tie Guan Yin can be floral, fruity and even creamy. Darker oolongs like a Da Hong Pao can be nutty, roasted and even caramel-like.
Why You Will Love This Recipe:
- Flavour Profile: Oolong tea offers a unique taste experience. Something different from a black tea latte or green tea latte.
- Customizable: Adjust the ingredients to your liking, including, but not limited to the type of sweetener used.
- Hot or Iced: This latte can be made as a warm and comforting drink or cool and refreshing!
- Convenience: Easy and quick to make. You’ll have a coffee-house style latte at home in no time.
Ingredient Notes
- Oolong Tea: A medium to dark roasted oolong tea works well as the robust flavours will stand up well to milk. Loose leaf or oolong tea bags can be used.
- Hot Water: Oolong tea is best steeped with water just below boiling point.
- Brown Sugar Syrup: Use homemade brown sugar syrup to sweeten the latte or you can use another sweetener like granulated sugar or honey.
- Milk: Dairy or dairy-free milk (example: oat)
Easy Oolong Tea Latte Recipe (Hot or Iced)
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FOR ICED OOLONG TEA LATTE:
Steep the oolong tea in hot water for 4 minutes, covered. Strain or remove the tea bags after steeping.
In a glass, add 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar syrup (adjust the amount based on your preference). Drizzle some of the syrup on the inside of the glass, too.
Fill the glass with ice. Pour the oolong tea then milk. Stir to combine before enjoying. If desired, top the glass with whipped cream or cold foam.
FOR HOT OOLONG TEA LATTE:
In a mug, add oolong tea (loose leaf or tea bags) and hot water. Cover and let it steep for 4 minutes.
Strain or remove oolong tea bags after steeping. Add brown sugar syrup or other sweetener and stir.
Heat and froth milk until it almost doubles in volume. Top the mug of oolong tea with the milk froth. Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of oolong tea should I use to make this latte?
You can use any oolong tea that you like. However, I do recommend a medium-heavily roasted oolong. Roasted oolongs are delightful as a latte!
Does oolong tea have caffeine?
Yes, oolong tea does contain caffeine. The amount can vary depending on the type of oolong. Generally, it has less caffeine than a black tea but more caffeine than a green tea.
How do you make oolong bubble tea?
To make oolong bubble tea, simply add tapioca pearls to the glass before adding ice. Follow the instructions on the tapioca pearls’ packaging to cook them properly beforehand.
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Oolong Tea Latte
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons oolong tea, loose leaf or 2 tea bags
- ½ cup hot water just under boiling ~ 90°C/194°F
- 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar syrup
- ¼ cup milk
- ice cubes if making an iced latte
Instructions
FOR HOT OOLONG TEA LATTE:
- In a mug, add oolong tea (loose leaf or tea bags) and hot water. Cover and let the oolong tea steep for 4 minutes.
- Strain or remove oolong tea bags after steeping. Add brown sugar syrup and stir.
- Heat and froth milk until it almost doubles in volume. Top the mug of oolong tea with the milk froth. Enjoy!
FOR ICED OOLONG TEA LATTE:
- Steep the oolong tea in hot water for 4 minutes, covered. Strain or remove the tea bags after steeping.
- In a glass, add 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar syrup (adjust the amount based on your preference). Drizzle some of the syrup on the inside of the glass, too.
- Fill the glass with ice. Pour the oolong tea then milk. Stir to combine before enjoying. If desired, top the glass with whipped cream or cold foam.
Notes
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