Recipes

Frozen Tea Cubes

Got leftover tea? You can easily repurpose it to make some easy, no-waste ice cubes that are the perfect companion for cocktails or simply for chilling your favorite summer beverage. Our favorites that we think you should try are:  Hibiscus (Use for margaritas, mint tea, and mojitos) Butterfly Pea flower (Use for cocktails, sparkling water, and horchata) Black tea (Use with lemonade for an Arnold Palmer)

Cold-Brewed Northwest Cherry Tea

10 min

Cherry-infused tea offers a delightful combination of flavors, especially when paired with the slight smokiness of our Northwest Tea Time. The sweetness and tartness of cherries complement the smoothness of the tea, creating a harmonious and refreshing beverage that requires no sugar. The fruit provides natural antioxidants and adds a touch of vibrant color to the tea, enhancing both its taste and visual appeal. It's a delicious way to enjoy the benefits of tea while savoring the unique essence of cherries.

Strawberry Fields Iced Tea

10 min

As June unfurls its warm embrace, strawberries reach their peak! To capture the sunshine in a glass, we have artfully paired these ripe berries with our spicy yet refreshing tea, Firefly Garden. This herbal infusion boasts a delightful kick from green peppercorns, perfectly balanced by the soothing notes of lemongrass and chrysanthemum flowers. Once chilled, this brew becomes the quintessential essence of summer, ready to be enjoyed at any time of day.  

Chrysanthemum Spa Tea

I absolutely love floral teas, and Chrysanthemum Flower is no exception. While in Singapore, I had the pleasure of trying it in various forms, but the spa version was simply divine. The aroma of the tea was like walking through a fresh garden, and the addition of lime gave it a delightful citrusy kick. The honey provided just the right amount of sweetness, and the tea was so refreshing on a hot sauna. It was the perfect way to unwind and relax after a long flight.

Onyx Rose Granita

This Persian-inspired granita is a triumph of flavors. The base, infused with our luxurious Onyx Rose tea, offers up a delicate and refreshing taste that will send your taste buds into a frenzy with a malty and aromatic punch, rounded out with subtle notes of rose and citrus. But what's truly remarkable about this slushy-like treat is its simplicity. With only four ingredients—tea, honey, clementine juice, and water—it's an easy and elegant beverage that will impress even the most discerning guests. Adding a splash of whiskey is the perfect way to turn it into a nightcap, adding a little spice to your evening and ensuring a restful night's sleep. This granita is a game-changer.

Irish Breakfast Butter Pudding

Buttered toast somehow gets better. This dessert is a classic, indulgent and simple. We steeped Irish Breakfast tea into the custard making it more robust and malty. Raisins are traditionally the dried fruit of choice, but here we used dried cranberries to add bursts of fruit between every bite.

Any Tea Chinese Paper-Wrapped Spongecakes

"This is one of my favorite Chinese bakery recipes. As a child, having one of these spongecakes was never enough. They’re also perfect for my palate, not too sweet, and never frosted. Imagine marshmallows and clouds had babies; those babies would be these spongecakes.Traditionally, these are egg and vanilla flavored when you find them in Hong Kong or US Chinatown bakeries. To celebrate Lunar New Year, I’ve infused the milk with tea from World Spice Merchants to make these delicious and auspicious treats. Now we can have tea and fluffy soft spongecakes at the same time. “Work smarter, not harder,” is my motto this year of the rabbit!"Bio: About Kat Lieu - the doyenne and Queen of Asian baking, Kat Lieu is the founder of Subtle Asian Baking and modernasianbaking.com. Her debut cookbook is Modern Asian Baking at Home. Currently, Lieu is a full-time author, activist, and recipe developer. Follow Subtle Asian Baking @katlieu

Hojicha Maple Latte

Looking for a fresh autumn latte fix? If yes, then Hojicha powder is your new best friend. This delicious green tea powder is finely milled to dissolve easily so it's easy to whisk up, no espresso machine needed. And, unlike the other green tea powder, hojicha is roasted giving it a mocha, caramel like flavor.This Hojicha Maple Latte is malty, warm and toasty, making it perfect for a chilly fall morning. The maple sugar is lighter than syrup and the oat milk is a great compliment to the hojicha that is not too heavy.

Magnolia Oolong Vodka

15 min

Some things are best kept simple, and this recipe is one of them. Vodka soda with lemon is refreshing and doesn't disappoint so it was the perfect choice when paired with Magnolia Oolong, which is potent with the essence of Spring. When you make it with this infused spirit, the glass will over deliver a gorgeous refreshment with little effort. This Magnolia Vodka is a great gift for the flower lover in your life or nice to raise a glass for any celebration. Cheers!