Best 5 Chai Tea Concentrate Mix Recipes

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Chai tea concentrate mix, a versatile ingredient used in preparing the aromatic chai tea, is crafted by delicately blending spices, tea leaves, and sometimes sweeteners. This concentrated mix offers convenience and allows for personalization, enabling you to adjust the strength, sweetness, and spice levels to suit your palate. Whether you prefer a bold and spicy concoction or a milder, subtly flavored tea, creating your own chai tea concentrate mix opens up a world of possibilities, allowing you to experiment with various spices and teas to create a unique blend that caters to your specific preferences.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHAI TEA MIX



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I received this recipe from my sister, who got it from a friend in Alaska. This warming drink makes a great Christmas gift. For friends at work, I bought some cute jars with lids. I placed some fabric on top and tied them with ribbon. -Donna Gish, Blue Springs, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 32 servings (8 cups tea mix).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups sugar
2 cups unsweetened instant tea
1-1/2 cups powdered French vanilla nondairy creamer
1-1/4 cups powdered nondairy creamer
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
EACH SERVING:
1 cup hot 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. In a blender, cover and process tea mixture in batches until powdery. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months., To prepare chai tea: Place 1/4 cup mix in a mug. Add hot milk; stir until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHAI TEA MIX



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Instant Chai tea mix. You can spice it up even further by adding 1 teaspoon nutmeg and allspice, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper.

Provided by Jo

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Tea     Hot

Time 32m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer
1 cup French vanilla flavored powdered non-dairy creamer
2 ½ cups white sugar
1 ½ cups unsweetened instant tea
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cardamom

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine milk powder, non-dairy creamer, vanilla flavored creamer, sugar and instant tea. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cloves and cardamom. In a blender or food processor, blend 1 cup at a time, until mixture is the consistency of fine powder.
  • To serve: Stir 2 heaping tablespoons Chai tea mixture into a mug of hot water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 28.5 mg, Sugar 18.6 g

CHAI TEA CONCENTRATE



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Convenient (and relatively inexpensive) way to have chai 'lattes' at home. The cardamom can be a bit expensive; try looking in the bulk section of a health food store. If you need to buy a jar of it, don't worry - it will make several batches!

Provided by ave's4cooking

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups water
15 whole cloves
3 cinnamon sticks
8 (1/4 inch thick) slices unpeeled fresh ginger
15 cardamom pods, split
15 whole black peppercorns
10 black tea bags
⅓ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add cloves and boil for 1 minute. Add cinnamon sticks, ginger, cardamom pods, peppercorns, and tea. Allow tea to steep for 6 minutes; strain into a container. Stir brown sugar and vanilla extract into tea and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 12.6 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

SPICED CHAI CONCENTRATE



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From The Tasty Kitchen site with changes for my taste. This is a little sweeter version, so adjust sweetness to taste. Freezable in ice cube trays.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Beverages

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 1/2 cups water
1 stick cinnamon
1 (3 inch) fresh ginger, chopped
7 whole cardamom pods, crushed
2 whole star anise pods, crushed
5 whole cloves
1 teaspoon peppercorn
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
10 regular-size bags black tea (or 10 teaspoons loose tea is best) or 10 green tea (or 10 teaspoons loose tea is best)
1/2-2/3 cup brown sugar (to taste)
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Prepare the spices and the tea; set aside. Bring the water to a boil and remove from heat. Add the spices and the tea bags then allow the mixture to steep for 15 minutes.
  • Strain the mixture into a 4-cup glass measuring cup or large bowl, discarding the spices. Add the sugar, honey and the vanilla and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Pour the mixture into a jar and store in the refrigerator.
  • To serve, mix 1 part concentrate with 1 part milk or half-and-half. Heat for a warm beverage or pour over ice to enjoy cold.

AWESOME (AND ECONOMICAL) CHAI CONCENTRATE



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If you like the refreshing and spicy taste of chai half as much as I do, then you're going to love how easy and good this is! I make up a batch once of twice a month and then enjoy my chai.

Provided by rsarahl

Categories     Beverages

Time P1DT5m

Yield 14 oz concentrate, 30-40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg or 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 (14 ounce) can condensed milk (sweetened or unsweetened)
strong black tea (regular or decaf) or herbal tea (regular or decaf)

Steps:

  • Pour condensed milk and spices into the blender and blend on high speed for a few seconds until the milk looks evenly "flecked" with spices.
  • Pour mixture into a clean jar or container with a lid.
  • Refrigerate at least 24 hours.
  • Alternatively, pour mix into ice cube trays and freeze.
  • To use concentrate: Brew a strong black tea or strong herbal tea of your choice.
  • Stir in 1 frozen concentrate cube or 1/2 to 2 teaspoons of chai concentrate mix per cup of freshly steeped tea.
  • Frozen cubes will keep up to one year in the freezer if you pop them out of the trays and store in a freezer bag.
  • Concentrate will keep in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

Tips:

- For the best flavor, use freshly ground spices. - Use a variety of teas to create a unique blend. - Experiment with different sweeteners, such as honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar. - Add a splash of milk or cream for a richer flavor. - Serve chai tea concentrate hot or cold. - Store chai tea concentrate in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Chai tea concentrate is a delicious and versatile beverage that can be enjoyed hot or cold. With its warm spices and invigorating caffeine, chai tea is perfect for any time of day. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy way to make chai tea or you want to experiment with different flavors, this recipe is the perfect starting point. So grab your favorite cup and enjoy a delicious cup of chai tea today!

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