Milk tea is part of Hong Kong’s food culture and colonial past. A mixture of tea leaves are brewed with hot water, and pulled (a pouring process used to enhance flavour and colour) four times ...

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Studies suggest that adding milk - especially whole milk - and sugar can help reduce this acidity. The brewing time also matters-steeping tea for a shorter duration can make it gentler on the stomach.