Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Nothing screams summer like an Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam. After making this for my family countless times, I’ve perfected the balance of sweet and tangy. It’s like a pool party in a glass. Keep reading for my best tips, or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe for Dessert and Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce.
Why This Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam Is Pure Comfort
- It's like a summer vacation in a glass
- Ready in just 5 minutes
- Perfect for a quick pick-me-up
- Creamy vanilla cold foam on top
What You'll Need for Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Strong brewed blue tea
- Milk
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Vanilla extract
- Ice cubes
- Vanilla extract
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Fresh berries
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Blue tea: Use your favorite blue tea or make your own by mixing blueberries and black tea.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- French press — Makes perfect strong tea every time → See on Amazon
- Immersion blender — Creates smooth, frothy cold foam → See on Amazon
How to Make Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
- Brew blue tea: Steep blue tea bags in hot water for 5 minutes, then remove and let cool.
- Make vanilla cold foam: Combine milk, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract in a jar. Blend with an immersion blender until frothy.
- Assemble the latte: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour in cooled blue tea, leaving space for the cold foam. Spoon or pipe the cold foam on top.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
- Tip: For a stronger blue tea flavor, add a handful of fresh blueberries to the hot water while steeping.
- Common mistake and fix: If your cold foam isn't frothy, try using a whisk instead of an immersion blender, or add a pinch of xanthan gum to help it thicken.
- Tip: For a fun twist, add a splash of lemonade or limeade to the tea for a tangy kick.
Storing & Reheating Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover tea in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Make the tea and cold foam ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
Freezing Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Not applicable
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not applicable Microwave: Not applicable
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger blue color, use blue food coloring or butterfly pea flower powder in the tea.
- Best substitution: Substitute the blue tea for your favorite herbal tea for a different flavor twist.
- Make-ahead: Make the tea and cold foam ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your cold foam isn't holding its shape, try adding a pinch of xanthan gum to help it thicken.
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Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Strong brewed blue tea
- Milk
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Vanilla extract
- Ice cubes
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Sweetened condensed milk
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Fresh berries
Instructions
- Brew blue tea: Steep blue tea bags in hot water for 5 minutes, then remove and let cool.
- Make vanilla cold foam: Combine milk, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract in a jar. Blend with an immersion blender until frothy.
- Assemble the latte: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour in cooled blue tea, leaving space for the cold foam. Spoon or pipe the cold foam on top.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger blue color, use blue food coloring or butterfly pea flower powder in the tea.
- Best substitution: Substitute the blue tea for your favorite herbal tea for a different flavor twist.
- Make-ahead: Make the tea and cold foam ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your cold foam isn't holding its shape, try adding a pinch of xanthan gum to help it thicken.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover tea in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Not applicable
- Oven reheat: Not applicable
- Microwave reheat: Not applicable
- Make ahead: Make the tea and cold foam ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam FAQs
Yes, make the tea and cold foam ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
Try using a whisk instead of an immersion blender, or add a pinch of xanthan gum to help it thicken.
Yes, substitute the blue tea for your favorite herbal tea for a different flavor twist.
Use blue food coloring or butterfly pea flower powder in the tea.
Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Iced Blue Tea Latte with Vanilla Cold Foam and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
