Cardamom Chai Latte (Printer View)

A comforting spiced chai blend with cardamom and cinnamon, combined with creamy milk for warmth.

# What you'll need:

→ Spiced Tea Concentrate

01 - 2 cups water
02 - 2 black tea bags, preferably Assam or Darjeeling
03 - 4 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
04 - 1 cinnamon stick
05 - 4 whole cloves
06 - 4 black peppercorns
07 - 1 inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons honey or sugar, adjusted to taste

→ Milk

09 - 1.5 cups whole milk or plant-based milk alternative

# Method:

01 - In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, peppercorns, and ginger. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
02 - Add tea bags to the spiced water and simmer for an additional 3 minutes.
03 - Remove from heat and strain the concentrate into a heatproof pitcher, discarding solids. Stir in honey or sugar until completely dissolved.
04 - In a separate saucepan, heat milk until steaming without boiling. Optional: Froth milk using a whisk or milk frother for enhanced creaminess.
05 - Divide the spiced tea concentrate evenly between two mugs. Top each with hot milk and stir gently to combine.
06 - Garnish each serving with a pinch of ground cinnamon or cardamom if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Features a rich, multi-dimensional spice profile from whole cardamom, cloves, and peppercorns.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes with simple kitchen staples.
  • Easily customizable for vegan diets or specific sweetness preferences.
02 -
  • Use Assam or Darjeeling tea for a robust flavor that isn't overshadowed by the milk.
  • Be careful not to boil the milk, as it can scorch and affect the delicate flavor of the tea.
  • Adjust the simmering time of the spices if you prefer a more intense or milder flavor profile.
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