Chai Drinks

 

If you would like to get more information on the history of chai, and general chai making advice view our article in the tea handbook.

 

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2 tbsp. black tea (Assam) 1 tsp. Ginger Root 1 cinnamon stick 8 cloves 1 tsp. black whole pepper corns

5 Cardamom pods 1 tsp. black whole pepper corns 6 cups filtered water 1 cup milk 1/4 cup sugar

 

Simmer ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, clove, and pepper corns for 20 min. Add black tea and simmer an additional 4 min. Add milk and sugar and simmer for an additional 2 min. Strain and serve.

 

• Makes 4 to 6 servings

 

 

 

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2 tbsp. Rooibos 2 tsp. Ginger Root 1/2 tsp. fennel seeds 1/2 tsp. allspice 2 cinnamon sticks 8 cloves

5 Cardamom pods 1 tsp. black whole pepper corns 6 cups filtered water 1 cup milk 4 tbsp. honey

 

Bring water to a boil and add all ingredients other then milk. Simmer everything for 10 to 15 min. Add milk and simmer for an additional 2 min. Strain and serve.

 

• Makes 4 to 6 servings