Thai Tea

Method

1. I

   Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan.

2. II

   Add the tea and remove the pan from heat.

3. III

   Stir to submerge all the tea leaves in the water.

4. IV

   Steep for about 5 minutes.

5. V

   Pour the brew through a coffee filter or a fine-mesh strainer into a large pitcher.

6. VI

   Add the sugar to the hot tea and stir to dissolve.

7. VII

   Cool to room temperature.

8. VIII

   Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

9. IX

   Fill tall glasses with crushed ice.

10. X

    Add enough of the tea to fill the glasses to within 1 inch from the top.

11. XI

    Then float 3 to 4 tablespoons of evaporated milk over the ice in each glass.