What you'll need
Saucepan
Strainer
Chai glasses or cups
Mortar & pestle
A base recipe — adjust spices to taste.
Tea
2 tsp
strong CTC works best
Water
250ml
Milk
250ml
milk or an alternative like oat
Simmer
5–8 min
Crush spices
Cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, clove.
Boil water & spices
Add crushed spices to boiling water, simmer 2 mins.
Add tea
Strong CTC tea. Stir well.
Add milk & simmer
Equal parts milk. Simmer 3–6 more min.
Strain & serve
Into warm glasses. Add honey if desired.