Sticky Chai Blend
by Leena Kohli (@leenakohli)Sticky Chai Blend combines spices, tea leaves and honey to create a comforting and refreshing flavour. This soothing mixture balances spices with a hint of sweetness, ensuring relaxation and pleasure in every sip of the sticky chai you drink.
Adjust the sweetness or spiciness according to your preference. Whether you begin your day with it or unwind in the evening, Sticky Chai is bound to become a beloved beverage. This soothing mixture balances spices with a hint of sweetness, ensuring relaxation and pleasure in every sip of the sticky chai you enjoy.
Ingredients
- 6Star Anise
- 1tbspBlack Peppercorns
- 15Cloves
- 3in- Cinnamon Sticks
- 20Green Cardamoms
- 1 1/2tbspAniseed
- 1/2tspNutmeg Powder
- 2tbspGinger (finely chopped)
- 50gBlack Tea Leaves
- 1/2cupHoney
- 1 1/2tbspLemon Juice
Method
Coarsely grind star anise, black peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon sticks, cardamoms, and aniseeds using a mortar & pestle or a blender. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.
Add finely chopped ginger, nutmeg powder, and tea leaves to the coarsely ground spices. Thoroughly combine all the ingredients. l
In a small pan, gently heat honey, and lemon juice over low-medium heat for about a minute. Once warmed, pour this mixture over the combined tea blend in the mixing bowl. Stir well and then store the concoction in an air-tight container.
Tips & Tricks
Tea blends can be refrigerated and stored in a bottle and used when required.
Adjust the spice levels and sweetener according to your taste preferences.
Maple syrup can be substituted with honey.
Adjust the number of servings based on personal taste preferences for chai strength; the actual quantity may vary slightly.
Leena Kohli
(@leenakohli)
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