What is Chai?
Chai is a generic word for tea in India. It’s the Indian preparation of tea using brewed black tea with milk, sugar and spices. Also sometimes referred to as Masala Chai, where “masala” is an aromatic blend of spices and herbs. Over the years, Chai has become an integral part of India’s culture. Throughout India, enterprising young chai wallahs sell steaming glasses of chai in crowded railway platforms, shopping bazaars and every nook and corner of the country, helping millions of people get through their day.

Ingredients & Benefits
Chai is a staple in every household in India and every household has it’s own recipe for chai. So there’s no one right way to make chai. But a typical masala chai has black tea, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, and sugar mixed with water and whole milk. Each ingredient, when used correctly, plays a vital role in crafting the perfect cup of chai.
How to Choose the Right Black Tea
Identifying the best quality tea takes a trained eye, a precise nose and a refined palette. Below are four important characteristics that are essential in every cup of tea. We have gone to great lengths to ensure that all our tea have these four attributes.
Mamri, Texture & Appearance
To identify this, look for an even grainy tea with good bloom (shine) on the leaf. The leaves should have a nice sheen without appearing too shiny.
Kadak, Strength
Simply put, Kadak is the strength of the tea. Many refer to teas which come from the Assam region to be as strong as the rhinos native to the area, and we agree.
Mithas, Sweetness:
The best teas are well balanced in flavor, mouthfeel and richness and do not require any additions.
Kesari, Color
Once milk is added, your tea should take on a golden, saffron-like Kesari color.
Gather all the ingredients: Black Tea (level teaspoon), Sugar (as desired), ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, black pepper (a pinch of each to taste).
Grind all the spices together
Boil Water
Just before the water comes to a rolling boil, add the tea leaves and the ground spices and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes
Then add Milk and sugar and let is simmer for another 2-3 minutes
Use a strainer and pour into cup and relax and enjoy!
We understand that this may seem like a little bit of work but once you get a hang of it, it will be a breeze. What’s important is that you and your family will be able to enjoy an amazing cup of chai everyday.
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