How to Make Your Own Chai Latte with Warm Spices (No Syrups, No Shame)

Forget the sugary syrup stuff from the coffee chain. Real chai? It’s bold, fragrant, a little spicy, a little sweet—and it fills your kitchen with the smell of magic. Making it at home is super easy, and it’ll ruin store-bought for you forever (you’re welcome).

What Goes In:

• 1½ cups water

• ½ cup milk (dairy or any alt-milk that froths nicely)

• 1 black tea bag (or 1 tsp loose leaf)

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 3–4 cardamom pods, crushed

• 3–4 whole cloves

• 1 small piece of fresh ginger or ¼ tsp ground

• Optional: 1 star anise, pinch of black pepper

• Sweetener of your choice (honey, sugar, maple)

How You Do It:

1. Toss the water, spices, and ginger into a pot. Bring it to a simmer and let it bubble for 5–7 minutes.

2. Add the tea, simmer for 2–3 more minutes.

3. Add milk and sweetener, heat just until steamy (don’t boil).

4. Strain it into your favorite mug and sip slowly.

Creamy. Spicy. Comfort in a cup.

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