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The key feature of the Hong Kong milk tea is the sackcloth bag that is used to filter the tea leaves. It is reputed that the use of the bag makes the tea smoother. Due to the shape of this bag, which looks like a pantyhose, it is known as the silk stocking milk tea. But this name is mainly used in Hong Kong, and is less common in Mainland China and overseas.
History of the Hong Kong milk tea.
This tea originated from the British colonial rule over Hong Kong. The British practice of having afternoon tea, where black tea with milk and sugar is served, became popular in Hong Kong. 'Milk tea' is similar to the type of tea drunk in Britain, except that evaporated milk is used instead of ordinary milk.
Although this tea originated from Hong Kong, it is now frequently found outside of Hong Kong. Restaurants that serve Hong Kong cuisine will usually carry this kind of tea in their menu.
Nowadays.
Milk tea is part of the daily life of many Hong Kongers, and is very popular among the masses of Hong Kong. Milk tea is typically served as part of afternoon tea, but is also served at breakfast or dinner as well. This beverage enjoys nearly the same status as coffee does in western countries.
However, tourists do not hold Hong Kong milk tea in high regard.
Quality.
The first sign of quality of a good cup of milk tea is its 'smoothness'. A good quality cup of milk tea is expected to be creamy and full-bodied.
Another indicator of a good quality cup of milk tea is the appearance of some white substance hanging on the surface of the
cup after a portion of the drink has been drunk. The white substance can be seen if the concentration of butterfat in the
evaporated milk used is high enough.
If you get the opportunity to taste milk tea, I would say go for it and see what the experience is like!
Enjoy!
Now that you know what Hong Kong milk tea is, how about learning about Bubble tea?
