Description
Enjoy a refreshing twist on classic milk tea with this homemade Tiger Milk Tea recipe, featuring chewy tapioca pearls cooked to perfection and a rich, caramel-flavored brown sugar syrup. This drink is delightful served warm or chilled over ice, perfect for a cozy afternoon treat or a cooling beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
Tapioca Pearls
- ½ Cup tapioca pearls (uncooked)
- Water (enough to fill half your pot for boiling the pearls)
Brown Sugar Syrup
- ½ Cup brown sugar
- 2-3 Tablespoons water
Milk Tea Base
- 3 Cups milk (whole milk or non-dairy alternative)
- Ice cubes (optional, for serving chilled)
Instructions
- Cook Tapioca Pearls: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and add the tapioca pearls. Cook according to the package instructions, typically about 10-15 minutes, until the pearls become transparent and chewy. Drain them and rinse under cold water immediately to halt the cooking process and prevent sticking.
- Make Brown Sugar Syrup: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and 2-3 tablespoons of water. Stir continuously as the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens and turns a rich caramel color, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble Tiger Milk Tea: Place the cooked tapioca pearls into serving glasses. Pour in the milk, followed by the brown sugar syrup. Stir gently to mix the flavors. Add ice cubes if you prefer your drink chilled. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar in the syrup.
- Use non-dairy milk alternatives like almond, oat, or soy milk for a vegan version.
- Serve immediately after assembling to enjoy the best texture of the tapioca pearls.
- For a stronger tea flavor, you can add brewed black tea or Assam tea to the milk base.
- Store leftover tapioca pearls in water at room temperature and consume within a few hours for best texture.
