Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCafeneoAthena's Chai Recipe

Athena's Chai Recipe

Inspired by Cafeneo
Time30m
Serves4

Make Athena's Chai Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Spices

Liquid

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Spice Mixture

    In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, cloves, black peppercorns, and grated ginger root.

Brewing

  1. 2

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 3

    Add Spices

    Once the water is boiling, add the spice mixture to the pot. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

  3. 4

    Add Tea Leaves

    After the spices have simmered, add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves to the pot and let it steep for 5 minutes.

Finishing

  1. 5

    Strain and Add Milk

    Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the chai into another pot or a large pitcher to remove the spices and tea leaves. Add 1 cup of milk and stir well.

  2. 6

    Sweeten to Taste

    Add 2 tablespoons of sugar (or to taste) and stir until fully dissolved. You can adjust the sweetness according to your preference.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Pour the chai into cups and serve hot. Enjoy the aromatic flavors of Athena's Chai!

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