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Homemade Chai Latte Concentrate Recipe Easy Warm Spiced Comfort

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A cozy and flavorful homemade chai latte concentrate made with whole spices and black tea leaves, perfect for quick preparation and lasting warmth.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (960 ml) water
  • 4 tablespoons black tea leaves (preferably Assam)
  • 2 large cinnamon sticks
  • 8 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
  • 6 black peppercorns
  • 1 whole star anise (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Pour 4 cups (960 ml) of water into a medium-sized saucepan. Add cinnamon sticks, crushed cardamom pods, cloves, sliced ginger, black peppercorns, and star anise. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat (about 7 minutes).
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer the spices for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add 4 tablespoons of black tea leaves directly to the pot and steep on low heat for 5 minutes. Avoid oversteeping to prevent bitterness.
  4. Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a heatproof bowl or pitcher, pressing gently to extract all liquid. Discard solids.
  5. While still warm, stir in 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar or honey and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until dissolved and blended.
  6. Let the concentrate cool to room temperature, then transfer to a glass jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  7. To serve, mix 1 part concentrate with 1 part steamed milk or milk alternative. Heat gently and stir before enjoying.

Notes

Crush cardamom pods and peppercorns lightly to release flavor without bitterness. Keep heat low to avoid boiling off water or scalding tea leaves. Adjust sweetness and milk ratio to taste. Store concentrate in airtight container in fridge up to 2 weeks. Freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage. Reheat gently and add water if concentrate thickens.

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