Chai Tea For The Spiritually Curious Recipe

Combine the ginger, fennel, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, peppercorns, and water in a pan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 10 minutes, being careful not to boil.

Turn off the heat, add the tea, and steep for 5 minutes. Any longer, and your tea will get bitter.

Strain into a teapot or pitcher and pass with sugar and milk if desired. Sit back and wonder at how the combination of ingredients has come together for your enjoyment.

Melissa’s Notes:

To make Iced Chai, use 3 c. cold water instead of 6, then pour the strained tea over a pitcher full of ice.

4 whole star anise may be substituted for the fennel.

Dried orange peel, slivered almonds, and/or dried rose petals may also be added to taste.