Collection: DIY Chai Kit Instructions
Letβs 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. Hereβs 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 1-2β 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 letβs make a cup together:
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