National Chai Day is September 21, and it celebrates the sweet and spicy beverage made from black tea brewed with water, milk, spices and a sweetener. The spices added to the tea can include cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, star anise, cloves, and nutmeg.
Here are some interesting facts about chai:
- Chai originated in India more than 5000 years ago.
- The word "chai" is Hindi for "tea."
- According to Tastewise, 7.65% restaurants offer chai on their menus.
We've compiled some chai recipes to help you celebrate this bold black tea!
Orange Chai Spice Iced Tea
Ingredients
1/2 oz. Monin Orange Tangerine Syrup
1/4 oz. Monin Chai Tea Concentrate
7 oz. fresh brewed black tea
- Fill serving glass full of ice.
- Pour ingredients into serving glass in order listed.
- Pour mixture into mixing tin and back into serving glass to mix.
- Add garnish and serve.
Chai Dalgona
Ingredients:
1/2 oz. Monin Chai Tea Concentrate
3 oz. milk
Top with:
2 tbsp. ground, dark roast coffee
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. cold water
Directions:
- Fill serving glass full of ice.
- Pour ingredients into serving glass in order listed.
- Stir gently to mix.
- Add garnish and serve.
View the complete list of recipes here!
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