Oolong Tea Latte (Hot & Iced)

Name: Oolong Tea Latte (Hot & Iced)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 tsp (2g) oolong tea powder (or 2 oolong tea bags); 5 g granulated sugar (optional, or to your taste); 60 ml hot water; 125 ml milk or non-dairy alternative; ice; whipped cream (optional)

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An oolong tea latte pairs aromatic, partially oxidized oolong tea with frothed or steamed milk, served hot or over ice. This simple recipe takes just minutes and lets you customize sweetness and dairy preferences.

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Total

5 min

Servings

1

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From Siftandsimmer · by Michelle

Ingredients

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1 tsp (2g) oolong tea powder (or 2 oolong tea bags)
5 g granulated sugar (optional, or to your taste)optional
60 ml hot water
125 ml milk or non-dairy alternative
ice
whipped cream (optional)optional

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Instructions

1
Add oolong tea powder and sugar (if using) into a mug.
2
Pour in hot water and use an electric milk frother to froth the tea.
3
Place ice cubes into a tall glass.
4
Pour the oolong tea into the glass.
5
Add whipped cream, if desired.
6
Stick in a straw, give it a stir and enjoy immediately.
7
Place two oolong tea bags into a heat-safe mug or glass.
8
Pour the hot water over the tea bags and let it steep for 3-4 minutes.
9
Remove the tea bags.
10
Stir sugar (if using, to taste) into the tea and proceed below if serving hot, or above at step 4 if iced.
11
Heat up milk in a microwave or over the stovetop, until steaming hot.
12
Use a hand-held milk frother to froth or foam up the milk.
13
Pour the milk, with its foam into the tea, and give it a stir.
14
Enjoy the oolong milk tea latte.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Froth the tea itself (step 2) if using powder for an aerated, fluffy texture unique to this method; this step is optional but elevates mouthfeel.
Steep tea bags for exactly 3–4 minutes to avoid bitterness; taste at 3 minutes and remove if you prefer lighter flavor.
Heat milk until steaming (just before boiling) for best froth; milk frothed at the right temperature holds foam longer.
For iced service, brew stronger tea (longer steep or more powder) so it doesn't dilute as ice melts.

Substitutions

oolong tea powder → 2 oolong tea bags (steep 3–4 minutes, skip frothing step 2)
granulated sugar → honey, agave, or simple syrup (stir in after brewing)
milk → oat milk, soy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk (affects froth density slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Brew the oolong tea up to 24 hours ahead and store in the refrigerator; reheat gently or serve over ice. Do not froth milk in advance.

Equipment

electric milk frother or hand-held milk frother · heat-safe mug or glass

Common Questions

Can I use oolong tea bags instead of powder?

Yes. Use 2 oolong tea bags in place of 1 tsp oolong tea powder, steep for 3–4 minutes, then remove the bags before frothing or adding milk.

What's the best milk for frothing?

Whole milk froths best, but any milk or non-dairy alternative listed in the recipe works. Oat and soy milk froth well too.

Do I need a milk frother?

A hand-held or electric frother is recommended for the best texture, but you can gently whisk hot milk by hand or use a microwave to heat it, then pour it into the tea without frothing.