Best Easy Yuenyeung Coffee Tea Recipe

Unique yuenyeung blends Hong Kong milk tea with coffee for a bold, dual-flavored drink. A family favorite with fresh, energizing appeal.

Cook 15 min Difficulty EASY 164 kcal
#vegetarian #high protein
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Strong Black Tea Leaves 2 tbsp
  • Freshly Brewed Coffee 1.5 cups
  • Water 2 cups
  • Evaporated Milk 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Sugar 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 22 g 54%
Protein 5 g 12%
Fat 6 g 34%
Serving size 300g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Bring 2 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat and add 2 tbsp strong black tea leaves; simmer for 3–4 minutes to extract full flavor.

  2. 2

    Strain the tea leaves and pour the freshly brewed tea into a heatproof vessel.

  3. 3

    Brew 1.5 cups of strong coffee (French press or drip; aim for boldness) while the tea is steeping—timing the brews to finish together preserves heat.

  4. 4

    In a large mixing jug, combine the hot black tea and hot coffee. Add 0.5 cup evaporated milk and 2 tbsp sugar, stirring thoroughly until dissolved and the mixture is creamy.

  5. 5

    Pour into serving glasses over ice for classic Hong Kong style, or serve hot. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed just before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Best Easy Yuenyeung Coffee Tea Recipe?
The distinct flavor of this Yuenyeung comes from the combination of strong black tea leaves and freshly brewed coffee, balanced with creamy evaporated milk. Together, these ingredients define the bold, dual-layered profile that makes Yuenyeung unique.
Q. How is the flavor of Yuenyeung Coffee Tea best achieved?
To achieve authentic flavor, it's important to brew both the tea and coffee strong and blend them while still hot. Steeping the black tea for 3–4 minutes and brewing the coffee to a bold strength ensures depth. Combining both with evaporated milk and dissolving sugar while hot results in a creamy, rich drink.
Q. How can I prevent Yuenyeung Coffee Tea from tasting watery?
Avoid overly diluting the drink by ensuring tea leaves and coffee are brewed at the correct concentration. Add ice just before serving if serving cold to maintain intensity, and thoroughly dissolve sugar and evaporated milk for the ideal smooth texture.
Q. How many calories or nutrients does one serving have?
Each 300g serving contains about 164 kcal, with approximately 22g carbohydrates (54% of calories), 5g protein (12%), and 6g fat (34%). This balance makes the drink mildly energizing with some protein and a creamy touch.
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