Gluten-Free Thai Iced Tea

The vibrant, aromatic flavors of authentic Thai iced tea, perfectly brewed and chilled for a refreshing treat. This creamy, sweet beverage boasts a delightful balance of spiced tea and condensed milk, creating a truly indulgent experience.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 25 min Total: 45 min Serves: 2

At a glance: This easy drinks and smoothies recipe yields 2 servings in about 45 minutes (5 min prep, 25 min cook). It uses 6 ingredients — including water, thai tea mix, sweetened condensed milk — and walks through 4 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more drinks and smoothies recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Thai Iced Tea: When preparing this drinks and smoothies recipe, when preparing this recipe, be mindful of potential cross-contamination with gluten. Ensure all utensils, surfaces, and equipment used are thoroughly cleaned. Always verify that packaged ingredients, particularly the Thai tea mix, are gluten-free, as some formulations may contain hidden gluten. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Thai Iced Tea: This recipe relies on naturally gluten-free ingredients and requires careful selection of the Thai tea mix to ensure it is free from any gluten-containing grains. Always check labels for certification.

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Ingredients

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4 cups water
2 tbsp Thai tea mix (ensure it's gluten-free)
0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk Shop
0.25 cup evaporated milk Shop
2 tbsp sugar (optional, adjust to taste) Shop
1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

1 In a medium saucepan, bring the 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and carefully add the 2 tablespoons of gluten-free Thai tea mix. Let it steep for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse the water and develop a deep, rich color and aroma. Stir occasionally to ensure even steeping.
2 Strain the brewed tea through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth or a coffee filter into a heatproof bowl or pitcher. Discard the tea leaves. While the tea is still hot, stir in the 0.5 cup of sweetened condensed milk, 0.25 cup of evaporated milk, and 2 tablespoons of sugar (if using). Whisk vigorously until the milks and sugar are completely dissolved, creating a smooth, creamy base. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
3 Allow the Thai iced tea mixture to cool to room temperature for about 10-15 minutes. This step is important to prevent the ice from melting too quickly and diluting the flavor. Once cooled, you can refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to chill it thoroughly, or proceed to serve immediately over ice.
4 To serve, fill two glasses generously with 1 cup of ice cubes each. Pour the chilled Thai iced tea mixture over the ice, filling each glass almost to the top. The ice will further chill the beverage and create a beautiful presentation.

Nutrition (per serving)

276

Calories

Protein

36g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

82mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Choose a Thai tea mix labeled gluten-free and read the ingredient list, since many mixes contain added color and flavorings along with the tea and spices.
Line the sieve with cheesecloth or a coffee filter as step 2 says. Thai tea leaves are ground fine, and an unlined sieve leaves silt at the bottom of each glass.
Whisk the sweetened condensed milk into the tea while it is still hot. It is thick and dissolves slowly once the tea has cooled.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Thai Iced Tea take?

Gluten-Free Thai Iced Tea takes about 45 minutes, including resting time: 5 minutes to prep and 25 minutes to cook, for 2 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Thai Iced Tea with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Thai Iced Tea?

Check water, Thai tea mix, sweetened condensed milk before they go into Gluten-Free Thai Iced Tea. When preparing this recipe, be mindful of potential cross-contamination with gluten. Ensure all utensils, surfaces, and equipment used are thoroughly cleaned. Always verify that packaged ingredients, particularly the Thai tea mix, are gluten-free, as some formulations may contain hidden gluten. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

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