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Top 5 Iced Teas from Around the World You Need to Try

Updated: Jun 18


It’s mid-June, and the weather simply screams for iced tea. It’s not quite summer break yet (let’s be real, I don’t get one now that I’m no longer a student), but iced tea brings that chill, vacation-y vibe to any moment. And did you know? June is officially National Iced Tea Month! That got me thinking: what does iced tea look like around the world? Hop in—we’re taking your taste buds on a global tour!🍹✈️


1. Thai Iced Tea

Sweet, creamy, and bright orange, this iconic tea is made with strong black tea, sweetened condensed milk, and a hint of spice. Served over crushed ice, it’s as photogenic as it is delicious.

Two glasses of iced Thai tea with swirling cream on a blue cloth. The bright orange drink contrasts with the dark, blurred background.

Try it if you like: Chai lattes or bold flavors with a sweet kick.


2. Moroccan Mint Tea

For Moroccans, mint tea is as important as earl grey is for the British and green tea is for the Chinese. Traditionally served hot, the tea is refreshing, versatile, and robust. But when served cold, it's a whole new level of chill heaven.

Three glasses with amber mint tea sit on a table. Tea is being poured into one glass. Blurred outdoor background with soft light.

Try it if you like: Light, refreshing drinks with a twist of herbal sweetness.


3. Taiwanese Bubble Tea

Hail to Bubble Tea! Also known as boba tea, this chewy, funky iced tea is a sensation worldwide. As an Asian, bubble tea has always been my go-to comfort drink. Choose your base (black, green, or milk tea), toss in tapioca pearls, fruit jellies, or pudding, and sip through a jumbo straw.

Bubble tea in a clear cup with ice and black tapioca pearls. Set on a white tray with a blurred mug. Light and creamy atmosphere.

Try it if you like: Textured drinks or playful, customizable sips.


4. Southern Sweet Tea

Born in the American South, this classic is brewed strong and sweetened while hot, then poured over ice. It's simple, nostalgic, and perfect with lemon—or a splash of bourbon. For the best brew, use Pretty Pekoecious, our signature Orange Pekoe tea.


Iced tea in a glass with lemon slice and straw, next to a pitcher. A cutting board with lemons and knife on a marble counter.

Try it if you like: Old-school charm and unapologetically sweet drinks lol.


5. Japanese Mugicha (Barley Tea)

No tea quite hits the nostalgia spot like mugicha. Made from roasted barley instead of tea leaves, it is nutty, caffeine-free, and super refreshing. It’s a staple in Japanese households during summer. Mm-hmm — makes me want to hop on a plane to Japan right now!

A glass of iced tea with ice cubes on a wicker coaster, set on a blue patterned cloth. Background of bamboo mat creates a refreshing vibe.

Try it if you like: Toasty, mellow flavors or want a caffeine-free option.


Final Sip

There are countless teas around the world waiting to be discovered. You could always try a new one each week, mix and match flavors, or even create your own fusion blend. Who knows—maybe your creation will go viral and become the sixth tea we recommend to tea lovers everywhere!


But before that happens, why not let our Cue collections inspire your next brew?



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