When the winter weather hits Sydney, Melbourne, and Hobart, most of us naturally reach for something hot to sip on. But if you are trying to cut back on alcohol or sugary takeaway drinks, finding a cozy, non-alcoholic drink that actually tastes special can be tricky.
This Warm Spiced Peach Oolong Tea is our go-to winter drink. It pairs the sweet, juicy flavor of peach with the warm, slightly roasted taste of Taiwanese oolong tea, balanced out with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a cinnamon stick.
It takes less than 5 minutes to make in your kitchen, and it costs a fraction of what you would spend at a local café or bar.
Why Make It at Home?
If you order a hot specialty tea or warm mocktail at a city bar or café, you are easily looking at $12 to $15 a cup.
Making it yourself is much easier on the wallet:
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A bottle of Oi Boba Premium Peach Syrup ($25.85 for a 2.5kg jug) gives you about 60 servings, coming out to just $0.41 per drink.
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A bag of Oi Boba Oolong Tea Leaves ($19.90 for 600g) costs roughly $0.20 per brew.
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Add a lemon slice and a cinnamon stick, and your entire mug costs around $1.10.
You get the same cozy, high-end drink experience right on your couch without having to brave the cold or pay café markups.
Warm Spiced Peach Oolong Tea Recipe
Servings: 1 Large Mug (approx. 350ml)
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Ingredients
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6g Oi Boba Oolong Tea Leaves (or 1 strong oolong tea bag)
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200ml hot water (around 80°C to 85°C)
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100ml boiling water
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15ml fresh lemon juice
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1 cinnamon stick (plus star anise if you like extra spice)
How to Make It
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Brew the Oolong Tea: Put 6g of oolong tea leaves into an infuser and pour 200ml of hot water over them. Let it steep for 4 to 5 minutes so the tea develops a rich, toasty flavor, then strain.
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Mix the Drink: Pour the hot tea into your favorite mug along with 100ml of boiling water. Stir in 40ml of Oi Boba Premium Peach Syrup and 15ml of fresh lemon juice.
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Add the Spice: Drop in a cinnamon stick and let it sit in the hot tea for a minute to release its aroma.
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Serve: Sip while warm and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does oolong tea pair so well with peach?
Oolong tea sits right between green tea and black tea. It has a naturally woody, floral, and slightly roasted taste that cuts through the rich sweetness of peach syrup, keeping the drink balanced rather than sickly sweet.
Can I drink this iced when the weather warms up?
Definitely! This same combination makes a killer iced peach tea in spring and summer. Just brew the tea, stir in the peach syrup and lemon juice, and pour over a full glass of ice.
