Chai Iced Tea
Cool off and indulge in the bold, spiced flavors of Chai Iced Tea—a refreshing twist on the classic chai latte. This recipe combines robust black tea with warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and fresh ginger, simmered together to create a fragrant and flavorful tea base. Lightly sweetened with sugar or honey and served over ice, this chilled beverage is perfect for hot summer days. Customize it with a creamy splash of milk, whether dairy or plant-based, for a smooth and indulgent finish. Quick to prepare and naturally delicious, this chai iced tea strikes an irresistible balance between exotic spice and cooling refreshment. Perfect for entertaining or enjoying as a midday treat, it’s a must-try for tea lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 4 pods Cardamom pods
- 3 pieces Cloves
- 1 inch Fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Sugar or honey (optional)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy, optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the black tea bags, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and sliced ginger.
Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse into the tea.
Remove from heat and let the tea steep for an additional 5 minutes.
Strain the tea into a large heatproof pitcher to remove the tea bags and spices.
Stir in sugar or honey if desired, adjusting sweetness to your preference.
Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the chilled chai tea over the ice, leaving room at the top if you want to add milk.
Add a splash of milk to each glass for a creamy chai iced tea if preferred.
Stir well and garnish with a slice of ginger or a cinnamon stick, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 145 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 463 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
