Book of Tea Inspired Chai Recipes

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Creating your Chai step by step Step 1 : Choose your tea Any tea can be used to create your chai tea. Do keep in mind that when you use milk, condensed milk or a sweetener you’ll need a tea with a strong character to keep the chai balanced.

Step 2 : Choose your Spice combination Select a combination of ground spices to infuse together with the tea. There are many delicious combinations that will each give a different kick to your chai. But it doesn’t end with just spices. Try infusing the zests of citrus fruits in your tea. Lemons and limes often find a great partner in chillis while oranges team up with cardamom or cinnamon in a delicious way.

Step 3 : Add the tea In combination with milk and a sweetener you’ll need a strong brew. Use 2 grams of tea or 1 teabag on 200 ml of water. Add the tea and to the teapot or plunger.

Step 4 : Add the spices Add the ground spices to the teapot or plunger.

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