Chai Blends – Chai Cupboard

Genmaicha Chai

Tim Ellis — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 23:52:35 +0000

Kosher

Caffeine Level: Medium

Delicious toasty rice notes dappled with green tea and spice create a ceremonial tea union of Japan and India.

Ingredients:

Green tea · Roasted & Popped rice

Ginger · Cinnamon · Cardamom

Black & White pepper · Clove · Nutmeg

Steeping Recommendations:

1 tsp of tea · 1 cup water · 176°F

Steep: 3-5 mins

As always, remove from water to prevent further steeping.

Market Rooibos Chai

Tim Ellis — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:40:37 +0000

Lovely night time chai! These classic chai flavors bring out the best of each other in this harmonious blend. Ingredients:Rooibos · Cardamom · CinnamonCloves · Coriander · GingerNutmeg · Orange peel · Vanilla flavoring Steeping Recommendations:1.5 tbsp of tea · 12oz water · 208°FSteep: 3-5 mins then add milk as desiredAs always, take leaves out… Read More »

Masala Chai No. 2

Tim Ellis — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:39:55 +0000

Ayurvedic
Shelf Life: 2 years
Caffeine Level: Medium

Infusion: bright copper
Tasting Notes: spicy, peppery, rich

This is our “spiciest” chai blend – it’s spicy, peppery & rich. The fragrant, bold flavors of the spices are prominent and invigorating, with a long warming aftertaste. Can be brewed straight, but is best when simmered on the stove top in water and milk.

Ingredients:
black tea · ginger · black pepper · allspice
cardamom · pink pepper · cinnamon · clove · nutmeg

Steeping Recommendations:
1 tsp of tea · 6-8oz water · 208°F
Steep: 3-5 mins, add milk as desired
As always, take leaves out of the water to prevent further steeping.

For traditionally(ish) steeped chai:
Add 1 cup of milk per serving into a saucepan.
Bring to a simmer, do not boil!
Add 1 ½ tsp (5g) of chai tea to milk, cover & simmer on low heat for 3-5 mins.
Strain and enjoy!
For a lighter chai, cut milk with water or a plant based milk

Food Safety Advisory: We strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water brought to a rolling boil when brewing all types of tea. Today’s water has been known to carry viruses, parasites and bacteria. Boiling the water will kill these elements and reduce the potential incidence of water-borne illnesses.

Cacao Chai

Tim Ellis — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:39:50 +0000

Ayurvedic
Shelf Life: 2 years
Caffeine Level: Medium

Tasting Notes: chocolate, smooth, velvety

This smooth and sweet chai marries black tea and spices with roasted cacao bean shells. The rich, creamy notes of chocolate blend well with the malty Assam base, whether prepared simply with hot water or more traditionally, simmered with milk and sweetener.

Ingredients:
cacao shells · black tea · rooibos · vanilla
cardamom · cinnamon · cloves · ginger

Steeping Recommendations:
1 tsp (3-4g) of tea · 1 cup water · 208-212°F
Steep: 5 mins
As always, remove from water to prevent further steeping.

For traditionally(ish) steeped chai:
Add 1 cup of milk per serving into a saucepan.
Bring to a simmer, do not boil!
Add 1 ½ tsp (5g) of chai tea to milk, cover & simmer on low heat for 3-5 mins.
Strain and enjoy!
For a lighter chai, cut milk with water or a plant based mil

Food Safety Advisory: We strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water brought to a rolling boil when brewing all types of tea. Today’s water has been known to carry viruses, parasites and bacteria. Boiling the water will kill these elements and reduce the potential incidence of water-borne illnesses.

Spicy Rooibos Seattle Chai

Tim Ellis — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:33:01 +0000

Spicy chai, with plenty of pepper, ginger and cardamom.

Ingredients:
Rooibos · Cardamom · Cinnamon
Tellicherry Peppercorns
Ginger · Cloves

Steeping Recommendations:
1 tsp of tea · 8 oz water · 212°F
Steep: 3-5 mins
As always, take leaves out of the water to prevent further steeping.

Madras Green Chai

Tim Ellis — Sat, 20 Jul 2024 23:40:24 +0000
Sultry notes of hot Malabar spice mellowed by an exceptional Japan Sencha green tea. Ingredients:Green tea · ginger · cinnamoncardamom · black white pepper · clove · nutmeg Steeping Recommendations:1.5 tbsp of tea · 12oz water · 176°FSteep: 3-5 mins then add milk as desiredAs always, take leaves out of the water to prevent further… Read More »Madras Green Chai

Cinnamon Bun Rooibos Chai

Tim Ellis — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 23:47:19 +0000

2025 Holiday Tea · Limited Quantities!

Ayurvedic · Kosher
Shelf Life: 2 years
Antioxidant Level: Low
Caffeine Level: None

Infusion: Reddish orange
Tasting Notes: Lovely mild hot finish. Star anise character adds depth and mystery

Now you can enjoy the flavor of this favorite baked treat in a way that is actually good for you. Yay!
The ultimate in warmth and relaxation, Cinnamon Bun Rooibos Chai is not only delicious, it’s packed with antioxidants, polyphenols and essential minerals. What’s more, it’s naturally caffeine-free. This makes it perfect for easing into a morning, wiling away an afternoon, or settling into your evening. Essentially, you can’t go wrong.

Ingredients:
Rooibos · Cinnamon · Ginger · Cardamom
Black + White pepper · Clove · Nutmeg · Star Anise.

Steeping Recommendations:
1 heaping tsp · 8oz water · 208-212°F
Steep: 3 mins (mild), 5 mins (medium), 7+ mins (strong)
As always, remove from water to prevent further steeping.

For a pot:
18oz/2cups: 2 heaping tsp
36oz/4cups: 1 heaping tbsp
48oz/6cups: 2 heaping tbsp
208-212°F
Steep: 3 mins (mild), 5 mins (medium), 7+ mins (strong)
As always, remove from water to prevent further steeping.

For traditionally(ish) steeped chai:
Add 1 cup of milk per serving into a saucepan.
Bring to a simmer, do not boil!
Add 1 ½ tsp (5g) of chai tea to milk, cover & simmer on low heat for 3-5 mins.
Strain and enjoy!
For a lighter chai, cut milk with water or a plant based milk

Food Safety Advisory: We strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water brought to a rolling boil when brewing all types of tea. Today’s water has been known to carry viruses, parasites and bacteria. Boiling the water will kill these elements and reduce the potential incidence of water-borne illnesses.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We always recommend checking with a physician before ingesting or using herbal products, in particular if you are pregnant, nursing or using other medications.

Five Valleys Green Chai

Tim Ellis — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:32:03 +0000

Light, smooth & creamy, with slightly astringent aftertaste.
Great for an autumn picnic!

Ingredients:
Green tea · Cinnamon · Pepper
Cloves · Coriander · Star Anise
Ginger · Cardamom · Extract

Market Chai

Tim Ellis — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 02:40:54 +0000
Classic taste of mild masala chai with the addition of sweet orange & vanilla. Ingredients:Assam black tea · cardamom · cinnamon · clovescoriander · ginger nutmeg · orange peelvanilla, orange & cinnamon flavoring Steeping Recommendations:1.5 tbsp of tea · 12oz water · 208°FSteep: 3-5 mins then add milk as desiredAs always, take leaves out of… Read More »Market Chai

Five Valleys Yerba Chai

Tim Ellis — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 02:40:16 +0000

Tastes like a hike in the woods. bright and light take on the classic chai
with a caffeine kick.

Ingredients:
Yerba Maté · Cinnamon · Pepper
Cloves · Coriander · Star Anise
Ginger · Cardamom · Extract