Chai Recipes

DIFFERENT STYLES OF CHAI MAKING

 ☕ 1. Kadak Boiled Chai (Strong Street Style)

Best for: Strong, full-bodied chai lovers

Method

• Boil 1 cup water with ¾ tsp SPICE CRAFT Chai Masala for 2–3 minutes
• Add 2 tsp tea leaves and boil until dark
• Add 1 cup milk and boil on high flame (let it rise once or twice)
• Add sugar, simmer, strain & serve

👉 Result: Bold, spicy, “tapri-style” kadak chai

☕ 2. Slow Simmered Chai (Premium Café Style)

Best for: Smooth, aromatic, less bitter chai

Method

• Heat water + milk together (1:1 ratio) on low flame
• Add tea leaves + ½ tsp SPICE CRAFT Chai Masala
• Let it simmer gently for 5–7 minutes (no aggressive boiling)
• Add sugar towards the end, strain & serve

👉 Result: Balanced, creamy, refined flavor (ideal for cafés/hotels)

☕ 3. Decoction Method (HoReCa Bulk Preparation)

Best for: Restaurants, offices, large batches

Method

Step 1 – Prepare decoction:

• Boil water with tea leaves + SPICE CRAFT Chai Masala in bulk
• Simmer for 10–15 minutes to create a strong concentrate

Step 2 – Serve fresh:

• For each serving, mix decoction + hot milk + sugar
• Adjust strength as needed

👉 Result: Fast service + consistent taste across servings

☕ 4. Milk-First Rich Chai

Best for: Creamy, less watery chai

Method

• Heat only milk (no water) on low flame
• Add tea leaves + ½ tsp SPICE CRAFT Chai Masala
• Simmer slowly for 5–6 minutes
• Add sugar and strain

👉 Result: Thick, rich, indulgent chai (premium home-style)

☕ 5. Masala Iced Chai (Modern Twist)

Best for: Young audience / café menu

Method

• Prepare strong chai using water + tea + SPICE CRAFT Chai Masala
• Cool it down
• Add chilled milk + sugar
• Serve over ice

👉 Result: Refreshing spiced iced tea beverage

🌟 Pro Tips (for premium experience)

• For stronger chai (HoReCa style), increase masala to ¾ tsp per 2 cups.
• Try jaggery instead of sugar for a traditional, richer taste.
• Allow chai to rise once or twice while boiling for better texture and flavor.