Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSunflower Drive-InHot Chai (milk, Soy Or Almond) Recipe

Hot Chai (milk, Soy Or Almond) Recipe

Inspired by Sunflower Drive-In
Time15m
Serves2

Make Hot Chai (milk, Soy Or Almond) Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add Tea and Spices

    Once the water is boiling, add the black tea leaves or tea bags, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and grated ginger. Stir well.

  3. 3

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Combining

  1. 4

    Add Milk

    After simmering, add 1 cup of your choice of milk (dairy, soy, or almond) to the saucepan. Stir well.

  2. 5

    Sweeten

    Add sugar or sweetener to taste, stirring until it is fully dissolved.

Serving

  1. 6

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the chai into cups, discarding the solids. Serve hot and enjoy!

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