Vanilla Twilight Sparkling Iced Chai

Vanilla Twilight Sparkling Iced Chai

Turn Vanilla Twilight into a refreshing café-style drink with chilled chai, sparkling water and a touch of sweetness. Creamy vanilla, crisp apple and warming spices make this an easy afternoon treat.

Makes: 1 drink

You’ll need

• 2 teaspoons loose-leaf Vanilla Twilight tea
• 1 cup (250 mL) freshly boiled water
• ¾ cup (180 mL) strongly brewed Vanilla Twilight tea, chilled
• ¼ cup (60 mL) chilled sparkling water
• 1–2 teaspoons simple syrup, to taste (equal parts sugar and hot water, stirred until dissolved and cooled)
• Ice
• Optional: a splash of oat milk or a spoonful of vanilla cold foam
• Optional: a thin apple slice, to garnish

Method

1. Steep 2 teaspoons of tea in 1 cup (250 mL) freshly boiled water for 5 minutes, or follow the brewing directions on your tea packaging if they differ.
2. Strain the tea and refrigerate until completely chilled. Measure ¾ cup (180 mL) for the drink; save any extra for another serving.
3. Fill a tall glass with ice and add the chilled tea.
4. Stir in 1 teaspoon simple syrup, taste, and add more if desired.
5. Top with ¼ cup (60 mL) sparkling water and stir gently.
6. If you want a creamier drink, add a small splash of oat milk or finish with vanilla cold foam. Garnish with an apple slice if desired.

Tip: Add sparkling water just before serving to keep the drink lively. If using milk, pour it in slowly and expect the drink to become cloudy.

Make it with Vanilla Twilight: Shop Vanilla Twilight tea.