Yuanyang Coffee

Instructions

1. Brew the coffee
   Add coffee grounds to 1 cup of hot water (just below boiling point) and brew for 4-5 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve or coffee filter to remove grounds.
2. Prepare the tea
   Add tea leaves to 1 cup of hot water and steep for 3-4 minutes. Strain to remove tea leaves, creating a strong tea infusion.
3. Mix the base
   In a medium pot, combine the brewed coffee and tea in a 1:1 ratio. The traditional Yuanyang ratio is 3 parts coffee to 7 parts tea, but adjust according to your preference.
4. Add sweeteners
   Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and sugar until completely dissolved. The drink should be quite sweet, as is traditional in Hong Kong cafes.
5. Finish the mixture
   Add the evaporated milk and stir well to combine all ingredients into a smooth, creamy mixture. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
6. Serve hot or cold
   For hot Yuanyang, pour into mugs and serve immediately. For cold Yuanyang, let the mixture cool to room temperature, then pour over ice cubes in tall glasses. Sprinkle with cinnamon powder if desired.