Traditional Masala Chai Recipe - Step-by-Step Guide (With Video)

Make Your Perfect Cup of Chai

Chai Spice blends are carefully crafted to give you a delicious, authentic chai experience. Here’s how to brew a traditional cup of chai using our loose tea blends.


Traditional Chai Recipe (8oz Cup)

  1. Boil 2/3 cup of water in a saucepan.
  2. Add 1 tsp of your Chai Spice blend (for Taprri Chai, use 2 tsp).
  3. Simmer for 3 minutes.
  4. Bring the mix to a double boil (boil, lift pan, let it settle, then boil again).
  5. Strain, sweeten to taste, and enjoy your cup of chai!

For a creamy chai:

  • Use 1/2 cup of water and 1/2 cup of milk.
  • Add 2x the tsp of chai blend for a richer experience.

For a Larger Mug (16oz)

  1. Boil 1 1/3 cups of water.
  2. Add 2 tsp of your Chai Spice blend (for Taprri Chai, use 4 tsp).
  3. Simmer for 3 minutes and follow the double boil process.
  4. Strain, sweeten, and enjoy!

For a creamy chai in a larger mug:

  • Use 1 cup of water and 1 cup of milk.
  • Double the amount of chai blend.

Light or Strong Chai Adjustments:

  • Light Chai: Use half the recommended tea mix.
  • Strong Chai: Add an extra 1/2 tsp of your chosen blend for a stronger flavor.

Summary: Recipe Portions

Traditional Chai Recipe (Less Creamy)

Cup Size Water Milk Tea Mix (Cutting) Tea Mix (Rose) Tea Mix (Kadak) Tea Mix (Taprri)
8 oz 2/3 cup 1/3 cup 1 tsp 1 heaping tsp 1 tsp 2 tsp
16 oz 1 1/3 cups 2/3 cup 2 tsp 2 heaping tsp 2 tsp 4 tsp
  • Light Chai: Use 1/2 of the recommended tea mix.
  • Strong Chai: Add an extra 1/2 tsp to the recommended tea mix, and boil a minute extra.

Creamy Chai Recipe (Milky)

Cup Size Water Milk Tea Mix (Cutting) Tea Mix (Rose) Tea Mix (Kadak) Tea Mix (Taprri)
8 oz 1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1 tsp 1 heaping tsp 1 tsp 2 tsp
16 oz 1 cup 1 cup 2 tsp 2 heaping tsp 2 tsp 4 tsp
  • Light Chai: Use 1/2 of the recommended tea mix.
  • Strong Chai: Add an extra 1/2 tsp to the recommended tea mix, and boil a minute extra.

Video:

This video makes popular serving size of two medium cups or three 8oz cups of chai

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