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Creamy Coconut Thai Iced Tea Recipe

Name: Creamy Coconut Thai Iced Tea Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-491107H5M4S
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 4 black tea bags; 3 star anise; 1 cinnamon stick; 2 whole cloves; 1/3 cup maple syrup (or less, to personal taste); 20 drops stevia extract; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups Pacific Foods Organic Original Coconut Milk, chilled; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 vanilla bean, cut in half, seeds removed; Ice cubes, as needed

ByMaya bella January 8, 2026January 8, 2026

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Introduction

Creamy Coconut Thai Iced Tea is a refreshing twist on the classic favorite, blending fragrant black tea with warming spices and rich coconut milk. Sweetened naturally and served chilled, it’s perfect for a cooling treat any time of day.

A clear glass filled with iced milk tea, showing three layers: dark brown tea at the bottom with swirling caramel-colored syrup, creamy light beige milk in the middle blending softly into the tea, and ice cubes floating at the top creating shiny white highlights. A glass straw is inserted on the left side, and droplets of condensation cover the outside of the glass. The glass sits on a white marbled surface, with a blurred white bowl holding dark tea leaves in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 cups water
4 black tea bags
3 anise stars
1 cinnamon stick
2 whole cloves
1/3 cup maple syrup (or less, to personal taste)
20 drops stevia extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups Pacific Foods Organic Original Coconut Milk, chilled
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 vanilla bean, cut in half, seeds removed
Ice

Instructions

Step 1: Place 4 cups of water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat immediately and add the black tea bags, anise stars, cinnamon stick, cloves, maple syrup, stevia extract, and vanilla extract. Let the mixture steep for about 20 minutes to develop the flavors and cool.
Step 2: Strain the tea through a sieve into a container and refrigerate until completely chilled.
Step 3: While the tea cools, whisk together the chilled coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and the seeds from the vanilla bean until smooth and well combined.
Step 4: Fill 4 to 5 glasses with ice. Pour the chilled tea to fill about three-quarters of each glass, then top with the coconut milk mixture to fill the remaining space.
Step 5: Stir gently before drinking to blend the creamy coconut layer with the spiced tea perfectly.

Tips & Variations

Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or stevia to suit your taste.
For a vegan option, ensure your maple syrup and other ingredients are certified vegan.
Try adding a splash of lime juice for a tangy twist on the classic flavor.
If fresh vanilla bean is unavailable, use an additional 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract instead.

Storage

Store the prepared tea and coconut milk mixture separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, combine over ice for the best flavor and texture. Stir well before drinking as the coconut milk may settle.

How to Serve

A tall clear glass filled with iced coffee shows three main layers: the bottom layer is dark brown coffee with visible ice cubes, the middle layer is swirling light orange and caramel tones where the coffee mixes with cream, and the top layer is frothy and creamy off-white foam with small bubbles. A clear straw is placed in the glass. In the blurry background, there are two glass bottles with dark liquid on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of tea?

Yes, strong black teas like Assam or Ceylon work best for this recipe, but you can experiment with other varieties if you prefer a milder or different flavor profile.