Collection: DIY Chai Kit Instructions

Let’s make some chai!

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We created our DIY Masala Chai Kits for you to enjoy a taste of Kolkata from the comfort of your own home. Each Kit contains about 20 cups and can be easily prepared with a pot, a stovetop and a strainer. Here’s how to make your perfect cup:

Materials:

1. A pot
2. Stovetop
3. Fine mesh strainer
4. Kolkata Chai Co DIY Chai Kit

Ingredients:

1. Kolkata Chai Co DIY Chai Kit (containing tea & dry spice)

2. Fresh Ginger (not included)

3. Milk (Whole Milk or non-dairy milk is recommended)

4. Sugar or sweetener of choice (optional)

Directions:

Makes two cups.Β 

1. Bring 1 cup (8 oz) water to simmer
2. Add 3 tsp (~6 g) chai & spice mix
3. Grate or mince a piece of 1-2” fresh ginger (not included)
4. Rolling boil brew for 3 min
5. Add 1 cup (8 oz) milk of your choice (whole, oat, etc)
6. Bring to boil, turn off heat
7. Cover and steep for 3 min
8. Strain, add sugar as needed

Ingredients: Assam black tea, green cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves

TipsΒ and tricks:

  • If you want a spicier brew, separate some of the cardamom and let it simmer with ginger for 2 minutes before adding tea mix
  • Pour the chai from a high height to aerate, mix and further develop aroma
  • Always taste before straining! Made it too strong? Add more milk to balance it out. Made it too weak? Add more chai mix!

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Need more help? Click play and let’s make a cup together:

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