Cucumber Mint Milk Tea

This Cucumber Mint Milk Tea is what I make when I want something cool and different. It’s a blend of cucumber juice, mint leaves, floral jasmine tea, and milk—super refreshing and not too sweet. It tastes like spa water and milk tea had a baby, and honestly, I love that for us. You don’t need anything fancy to make it, and it’s the perfect summer sip.

💛 Why I Love This Recipe

tall clear glass filled with pale green cucumber mint milk tea, ice cubes floating at the top, and a few mint leaves visible inside.

I made this on a hot day with leftover cucumbers and tea—and it blew my mind. It’s weird in the best way: super clean, lightly sweet, and actually hydrating.

Crisp and refreshing with a creamy twist
Cucumber and mint cool everything down
Jasmine tea adds a floral flavor
Takes 10 minutes
Great for hot weather or a light afternoon treat

🧋 Makes: 2 servings

⏱️ Ready in: 10 minutes

🛒 What You’ll Need

½ cup fresh cucumber juice (about ½ a cucumber, blended and strained)
1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 cup brewed jasmine tea, cooled
¾ cup milk (any kind)
1–2 teaspoons simple syrup or honey (optional)
Ice cubes (clear)

ingredients for cucumber mint milk tea: fresh cucumber juice in a clear glass jar, chopped mint leaves on a small white plate, cooled jasmine tea in a second clear glass jar, milk in a third clear glass jar, simple syrup on a small white plate, and clear ice cubes in a shallow clear dish.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Cucumber Mint Milk Tea

Step 1: Brew and Cool the Jasmine Tea

Steep jasmine tea, then let it cool to room temperature.

golden jasmine tea steeping in a clear glass jar, steam rising and tea bag floating.

Step 2: Blend and Strain the Cucumber

Blend ½ a cucumber, then strain the juice into a small jar.

freshly blended cucumber being strained through a fine mesh sieve into a clear glass jar, bright green juice dripping through

Step 3: Mix Tea, Cucumber Juice, and Mint

In a pitcher or bowl, stir together cooled tea, cucumber juice, and chopped mint.

spoon mixing cucumber juice, jasmine tea, and mint leaves in a clear pitcher, mint floating and liquid turning pale green

Step 4: Add Milk and Sweetener

Stir in milk and sweetener, mixing until well combined.

milk and honey being poured into the cucumber tea mix, turning it a creamy pastel green

Step 5: Pour Over Ice and Serve

Fill a glass with clear ice and pour the cucumber mint milk tea over top.

pale green milk tea being poured into a glass filled with ice, mint leaves floating and cucumber aroma in the air.

🍪 What to Serve With

Lemon shortbread cookies
Cucumber finger sandwiches
Honey butter toast
Fresh fruit salad
Light mochi or matcha wafers

❓ FAQ

Does it taste like cucumber?
A little, but in a super fresh, clean way. The mint and tea balance it out.

What kind of milk works best?
Oat or almond milk work great, but dairy is good too! Use what you like.

Can I make it ahead?
Yes! Just keep it in the fridge and give it a stir before serving.

Is it sweet?
You control that! Add honey or simple syrup to taste, or leave it out for a more herbal vibe.

Do I need to peel the cucumber?
Nope, but you can if you want a smoother juice and lighter green color.

✨ That’s It!

This Cucumber Mint Milk Tea is cool, light, and perfect when you’re tired of the usual creamy drinks. It’s bright, refreshing, and feels fancy without any effort. Give it a try and let me know if it becomes your new summer favorite! 🥒🧋🌿