How to Brew a Cup of Masala Chai
Easy as 1, 2, 3.
Spiced Tea. . .
That’s what Masala Chai means in Hindi. Oh. . . but it is so much more than that.
If you were to look up aromatherapy in the dictionary, I would argue there should be a picture of a cup of warm and creamy masala chai next to it. Like the call of the siren, the alluring aroma of spices like cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg wafting through the air are a delight to the senses.
It captivates and transports you. Mention apple pie, hot chocolate, or cinnamon rolls and your mind can’t help but take you on a journey of wonderful childhood memories. For those of us who were deprived of masala chai in our youth, we can only hope to make up for lost time, and Chai House is here to help.
Chai House is dedicated to making it easy for everyone to create some happy masala chai memories. So, gather your loved ones and brew some masala chai memories of your own.
Warning!!!
Do NOT be fooled by those sugary, pre-packaged, mis-named “chai” products found in U.S. grocery stores and coffee shops.
If you see the words “chai latte”, or worse yet “chai tea” (it literally translates to “tea tea”), slowly turn around and walk away. Do NOT look back!
These are not the things of which happy masala chai memories are made.
Step 1.
Makes 2 – 8 oz. servings.
Put two (2 ) grams* (or 1 measuring teaspoon*) of Madison Masala #17 signature spice blend (made with real Indian spices) into a pan.
*Note: Eliminate the guesswork of spooning up two (2) grams. Check out the Chai House Spice Spoon. A level spoonful will give you two (2) grams of spice mix every time.
Step 2.
Turn burner on to high heat. Toast the spices for 30-60 seconds, until they become fragrant.
Be careful not to let the spices burn.
Step 3.
Add 8 ounces (1 liquid measuring cup) of water and two (2) heaping Tablespoons (10 grams*) of tea. Give it a stir and bring to a boil.
*Note: To eliminate the guesswork of measuring out the correct amount of tea, check out the Chai House Tea Spoon (two (2) heaping spoonfuls = about five (5) grams of tea).
Step 4.
Add 8 oz. (1 liquid measuring cup) of your favorite milk (regular, oat, almond – we prefer extra creamy oat milk*). Bring to a boil.
Caution: Do not leave unattended. Boil overs happen very quickly.
*Note: On occasion we have been known to use dark chocolate oat milk. Why? Because chocolate.
Step 5.
Strain into a mug. Add your sweetner of choice (sugar, honey, maple syrup, or jaggery) to taste.