Sunday, July 11, 2010

Chai


Chai Tea:

4 c. Water
a thumb of ginger sliced
1/2 tsp peppercorn
6 cloves
10 cardamom pods (crushed)
3 'inch piece of cinnamon

Bring all of this to a boil - then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

Strain and add 3 to 4 bags of orange pekoe tea and steep for 5 minutes or so.

Add some milk and sugar/honey to your desired taste. About 1 1/2 c. of milk and 3 Tb. Cane or Palm sugar per 4 c. of chai.

Serve hot - or cool, over ice!

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