Masala Chai

Masala Chai is not a background drink. It announces itself the moment it starts simmering. Warm spices rise with the steam, filling the room before the first sip even happens. It is bold, comforting and deeply familiar. This is the tea people reach for in the morning, during rain or when conversation needs slowing down. Strong black tea, milk and spices come together into something grounding and satisfying. When made properly, it feels balanced, not sharp, not flat, just right.

Masala Chai

A hot, spiced milk tea with bold black tea flavor and warming aromatics. Rich, creamy, and full-bodied with a lingering spice finish.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 1

Course: Beverages

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 160

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup filtered water
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 black tea bag
• 2 green cardamom pods lightly crushed
• 1 small cinnamon stick
• 2 whole cloves
• 1/2 inch fresh ginger sliced
• 1 tbsp sugar

Equipment

• Saucepan
• Knife
• Measuring cups

Method

 

1. Add filtered water, ginger, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick and cloves to a saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the black tea bag and simmer for 2 minutes until the liquid darkens.
4. Pour in whole milk and bring back to a gentle boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the color turns rich brown.
6. Stir in sugar until fully dissolved.
7. Strain the chai into a mug to remove spices and tea bag.

Notes

Let the milk boil briefly with the tea to fully develop body and spice depth.