Masala Chai – Fontana Coffee Roasters
Masala Chai

Masala Chai

Regular price $28.80

ORGANIC BLACK TEA BLEND

 

DESCRIPTION

Literally "mixed spiced tea," Masala Chai is a classic style of black tea blended with traditional spices native to South and Southeast Asia. The tea base consists of a robust and malty Assam balanced with our new, lively Orange Pekoe from northern Thailand. Our recipe is unapologetically spicy yet balanced, highlighting aromatic Guatemalan cardamom, hot and citrusy ginger, and sweet cinnamon, with accents of pungent cracked black pepper and fragrant cloves. Designed to be brewed both straight up and via stovetop simmered the traditional way in water and milk often with a touch of sweetness.

 

TASTING NOTES

A robust, full-bodied black tea blended with aromatic traditional Indian masala spices


INGREDIENTS

organic black tea, organic cinnamon, organic cardamom, organic ginger root, organic black pepper, organic clove


PREPARATION

Leaf Amount1.5 Tbsp | 12g
Water Amount12oz | 350mL

Water Temperature200°F | 93°C
Steep Time5 minutes

TRADITIONAL PREPARATION

Mix 2 tbsp chai, 1 cup water, and 1 cup milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sugar or sweetener to taste. Strain into a mug or pitcher and enjoy! Chai can also be enjoyed over ice.

We encourage you to experiment with the quantity of tea leaves and the length of the steep time to find your desired brew strength. Varying the water temperature isn't recommended, as water that is too hot will over-extract the bitter components of tea, while water that is too cool might not fully draw out the aromas and flavors of tea.