What Is Chai? How to Make Authentic Masala Chai the Indian Way
What Is Chai, Really?
In India, chai simply means tea. What most people call “chai” is actually masala chai, black tea simmered with warming spices, milk, and sweetness.
In this episode of The Tea on Wellness, I share what chai truly is, how it’s brewed the traditional Indian way, and why this small ritual has been passed through families for generations.
From my grandmother’s ginger‑cardamom chai to chai wallahs on the streets of Hyderabad, we explore chai as culture, comfort, and community. You’ll hear how to make chai using the double‑boil method with milk and water, why jaggery is my…
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