Chai: America's Hottest Import

Chai (which means tea in Hindi) is India’s national drink. Enjoyed by more than 1.5 billion Indians, it is quickly becoming America’s hottest import, too. Many industry analysts predict that Chai Lattes will eventually surpass cappuccinos in popularity.

Chai Lattes are traditionally made with milk. The cow is sacred in India — and milk is a main reason why. It’s the best natural source of calcium and an all around nutritious food… helping build strong bones and muscles for life.

Quick Chai Latte for Two

• 1 cup low fat milk
• 1 cup pre-sweetened Chai mix from concentrate (available in the tea section of major supermarkets)

Heat milk in microwave. Add Chai concentrate to milk. Stir well and enjoy.

Blended Iced Chai for Two

• 1 cup low fat milk
• 1 cup pre-sweetened Chai mix from concentrate (available in the tea section of major supermarkets)
• 1/2 cup ice

Place milk, Chai concentrate, and ice in blender. Blend for 10 seconds. Stir well and enjoy.

Traditional Chai for Two

• 1 stick cinnamon
• 10 whole cloves
• 10 cardamom pods, or 2 teaspoons ground cardamom Freshly grated ginger to taste
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 teaspoons plain Darjeeling tea
• 2 teaspoons sugar

In a small bowl, combine cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, ginger and nutmeg. Mix together well. Boil the water and add the spices. Allow them to brew for a good ten minutes. Reduce heat and add the milk. Reheat, but do not boil! After approximately five minutes, add the tea. Heat, but again, do not boil. Stir in the sugar. Strain, and serve!