Orange Chai
Warm up your home with the cozy fragrance of spices and citrus with this delightful recipe for Orange Chai. Perfect for a chilly evening or a leisurely weekend morning, this aromatic drink combines the bold flavors of chai with a refreshing twist of orange. Embrace the comfort of a steaming cup of Orange Chai and soothe your senses with each sip.
**Orange Chai**
**Ingredients:**
– 4 cups water
– 4 black tea bags
– 1 orange, sliced
– 1 cinnamon stick
– 4 whole cloves
– 4 cardamom pods, slightly crushed
– 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, sliced
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 cup honey
– 1 cup milk of your choice
– Additional orange slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
2. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the black tea bags, orange slices, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, ginger slices, and ground nutmeg. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 10-15 minutes to infuse the flavors. Stir occasionally.
3. After the mixture has simmered and the spices have infused into the water, remove the saucepan from the heat.
4. Stir in the honey until it is fully dissolved.
5. Strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve or a piece of cheesecloth into a clean teapot or heatproof pitcher.
6. In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling.
7. Pour the warm milk into the spiced tea mixture and stir to combine.
8. Carefully pour the Orange Chai into individual mugs.
9. Garnish each mug with a slice of orange and a cinnamon stick for added flair.
10. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting blend of spices and citrus in this aromatic Orange Chai.
Warm your soul and delight your taste buds with the soothing blend of spices and citrus in this Orange Chai recipe. Whether you’re looking for a quiet moment of relaxation or hosting a gathering with loved ones, this flavorful drink is sure to impress. Sip slowly, savor the aromatic notes, and embrace the cozy vibes that Orange Chai brings to your home.