Jul 14 2026
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Spice Mixture
In a mortar and pestle, crush the cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and cloves together to release their aromatic oils.
- 2
Boil Water
In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- 3
Add Tea and Spices
Once the water is boiling, add the black tea leaves, grated ginger, and the crushed spice mixture. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the chai into cups, add 2 dashes of aromatic bitters to each cup, and serve hot.


