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The Masala Chai (mocktail, tea, ) - Masala Chai, while not a traditional cocktail, is a spiced beverage from India. It falls into the Hot Beverage family, often enjoyed as a comforting drink, similar to hot toddies or spiced cider. Its origins trace back centuries to Ayurvedic medicine, where its warming spices were used for their health benefits.

The Masala Chai

2 Cups Water
3-4 Tsp Tea
1 Chunk Dried Ginger
3-4 Crushed Cardamom
3 Cloves
1 Piece Cinnamon
1-2 Whole Black Pepper
To Taste Sugar
To Taste Milk
Bring 2 cups of water to boil.
Add all the ingredients and boil again for about 15 seconds.
Let stand for a minute.
Warm milk in a pot.
Filter tea into cups.
Add milk and sugar.
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The Masala Chai

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Masala Chai, while not a traditional cocktail, is a spiced beverage from India. It falls into the Hot Beverage family, often enjoyed as a comforting drink, similar to hot toddies or spiced cider. Its origins trace back centuries to Ayurvedic medicine, where its warming spices were used for their health benefits.

What does the The Masala Chai taste like?

Masala Chai is a warming, complex cocktail. The tea base provides a gentle bitterness balanced by the sweetness of sugar and milk. The spices - ginger, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper - create a layered, aromatic profile, with hints of spice, warmth, and citrus. It’s a comforting and invigorating drink, with a lingering warmth on the palate.

What tips do you have when making the The Masala Chai?

To make a Masala Chai cocktail, use good quality black tea and fresh spices for maximum flavor. Steep the spices in water for at least 15 minutes before adding the tea to extract their full essence. Don’t rush the process, simmer the milk gently with the tea and spices to avoid scorching. Adjust the sweetness to taste. Strain the chai well before serving, no one likes a mouthful of cloves! Enjoy!

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