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In India, Russia, Turkey and a host of other places, chai means tea. In the US, we say “chai” when referring to masala chai, a traditional Indian spiced tea.
Blue Willow Maple Chai comprises a complex blend of premium Estate teas and spices to recreate a classic Indian Masala Chai derived from a Himalayan recipe. The teas create a bold base that flourishes with the addition of spices. Cardamom, whole cloves, ginger root, cinnamon, whole star anise and allspice are freshly milled and blended in small, 60lb. batches in our warehouse. The enticing flavor combines a smooth taste of tea with invigorating spice. This recipe is lightly sweetened with pure maple powder, which is made by a small family sugar house in Vermont. While the tea in Blue Willow Maple Chai brings caffeine to the blend, the high proportion of spices dramatically lowers the caffeine content, so the beverage has a soothing effect that is sure to warm the heart.
This blend makes a great hot or iced version.
Origin: Blend
Ingredients: Black Tea, Maple Powder, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Ginger, Allspice, Star Anise, Cloves
• Our Masala Chai, mixed with pure maple powder
• Balanced black tea and spice flavor
• Lower in caffeine
• Warming and comforting
• Blended in-house with freshly ground spices
Concentrate Recipe (1 quart batch makes 2 quarts)
• Bring 1 quart water to boil
• Add 4oz. tea, steep for 8-10 minutes
• Strain into large container and sweeten to taste
• To serve: mix 50/50 with milk of choice and heat on stove or pour over ice
