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Chai Tea

(31 Posts)
HelterSkelter1 Wed 17-Jan-24 18:18:07

I was given 2 packets of Tea India teabags.
Masala Chai. One was very strong and not nice. The other was decaff and was lovely. The spices smelt very christmassy and I added milk. I will buy it again. Makes a nice change from coffee.

Glorianny Wed 17-Jan-24 18:08:51

Don't like the Chai powders as they are usually too sweet. Chai teabags are great although they differ considerably. I just add milk not sugar.

silverlining48 Wed 17-Jan-24 17:58:23

Had chai tea in India, didn’t like it. It’s cooked in one big pot, tea milk sugar then poured into a cup from a height. Far too sweet for me. Didn’t have seconds. smile

1summer Wed 17-Jan-24 17:52:07

Yes most supermarkets sell Chai - tea bags, loose tea and even pods. Many are made by well known companies such as Twinings, Pukka, Whittard or supermarket own brands some flavoured.
You make as usual tea.

Pittcity Wed 17-Jan-24 17:48:59

I use Drink Me Chai tea latte powder. Just add hot water and it's quite nice.
You can also buy tea bags but I don't really rate them.
Coffee shops use a premixed powder unless they are run by someone who can mix the spices.

Mazgg Wed 17-Jan-24 17:41:42

Does anyone drink chai tea? My friend tried chai latte when it was being promoted at a local coffee shop and said she found it delicious. Spicy and a pleasant change from 'normal' tea.
I understand it is the usual brew in India and that by saying Chai tea we are saying Tea tea.
I wouldn't want to go to the lengths of using separate spices and wonder if there is an easy way of making it.