rokok88Teh tarik (classic)
Strong black tea with condensed milk, pulled until frothy. The everyday original.
Varieties
Teh tarik varieties
One drink, many ways. Here are the most popular styles — and the words to order them like a regular.
Popular styles
Teh tarik halia
Fresh ginger is simmered with the tea for a warming, spicy kick — a favourite in the cool Cameron Highlands.
Teh tarik ais
Pulled, then poured over ice. A refreshing choice on hot afternoons.
Teh-C tarik
Made with evaporated milk and sugar instead of condensed milk, for a lighter, less cloying taste.
Kopi tarik
The same pulling technique, applied to coffee instead of tea.
Teh hijau tarik
A green-tea version of pulled tea, known in Aceh, Indonesia.
Mamak ordering glossary
- Teh
- Tea with condensed milk — sweet and milky.
- Teh O
- Black tea with sugar, no milk.
- Teh O kosong
- Plain black tea, no sugar and no milk.
- Teh-C
- Tea with evaporated milk and sugar.
- Kurang manis
- Less sweet.
- Ais
- Iced.
- Bungkus / tapau
- Takeaway.
- Kaw
- Extra strong.
Make your own variation
Every variety starts from the same base. Begin with the basic teh tarik recipe, then add ginger, ice or a different milk. Not sure what to eat with it? Try our food pairing guide.
Explore more about teh tarik
Teh tarik guideStart here: what teh tarik is and why it's pulled.Read more →
History & cultureFrom plantation stalls to 24-hour mamak restaurants.Read more →
RecipeMake 2 glasses of mamak-style teh tarik in 15 minutes.Read more →
Pulling techniqueHeight, rhythm and safety for the perfect froth.Read more →
Food pairingsRoti canai, nasi lemak and other perfect partners.Read more →
FAQCaffeine, vegan options, Thai tea and more.Read more →
Ready to make your own glass?
Brew it strong, pull it high and enjoy it hot.