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Originally Posted by Jet Gorgon  I like that spicy Indian chai -- whachamacallit. I drink alot of green tea. I like regular tea, but it only tastes good if a Brit makes it for me. |
Simmer the tea leaves in a pan of milk, not water.
Add crushed cardamom seed, cinammon, slice of ginger. Let simmer for a few more minutes.
If you like a bit of bite, add a couple of cloves.
If drinking after a meaty meal, add some anise seed to aid digestion.
Adjust the masala according to preference (in future brews).
Works well with Green tea and Mate also.
Or, be efficient and buy a couple of different brands of Chai Masala powder from an Indian store, and see which one you like.
If you know someone coming from India, ask them to buy "Spice Drop Tea Masala" liquid, in 5ml bottles; made by Universal Oleoresin in Kerala. The best I have tasted so far, and quite yummy to add to cake batter and on ice cream.