How to Use a Chai Kit: Step-by-Step for Beginners?
So, you have just picked up your Chai Guys chai tea kit or maybe you have been gifted a chai tea gift set and are not sure where to start. Don’t worry, you are about to learn exactly how to use a chai kit and make your kitchen smell like a Chai Guys café.
This beginner’s guide to chai kit brewing is for anyone who has ever thought, I love chai, but how on earth do I make it taste like the one from Chai Guys? Let us break it down, step by step.
Unboxing Your Chai Kit: What’s Inside
When you buy a chai kit from Chai Guys, you are not just getting tea; you are getting the foundation of an authentic brewing experience. Inside, you will typically find-
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Premium chai powder for latte or chai latte mix
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Freshly ground spices like cardamom, ginger, cloves and cinnamon
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Premium black tea leaves
Each element in your kit is crafted from ethically sourced ingredients and blended to recreate the same bold and aromatic flavours. That is why Chai Guys’ blends are often called the best chai kit in the UK.
Understanding the Ingredients and Spices
A proper chai is not just tea; it is a symphony of spices.
Our chai latte mix includes classic Indian flavours like cardamom for warmth, cloves for spice and cinnamon for a hint of sweetness. It is this balance that makes our blend one of the best chai tea latte mix choices you will find in Britain.
And if you are wondering, masala chai is simply the traditional spiced version of chai; a richer, layered brew that inspired our signature recipes.
Choosing Your Milk: Dairy or Plant-Based Options
Here is where your personal touch comes in.
You can make your chai with whole milk for that authentic creamy texture or opt for oat, almond or soy milk for a lighter twist. Our chai tea kit works beautifully with both dairy and plant-based options; giving you flexibility to match your taste and dietary needs.
Preparing the Tea Base and Boiling Water
Start with 200ml of freshly boiled water in a small saucepan. Add two heaped teaspoons of your chai powder for a latte or loose-leaf mix.
Bring it to a gentle simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to help the tea leaves release their flavour and aroma. You will know it is working when your kitchen smells like a Chai Guys stall on a chilly London morning.
Adding Spices and Sweeteners for the Perfect Flavour
Once your base is simmering, add your desired sweetener like sugar, honey or even jaggery if you want an earthy touch.
This is also the perfect stage to customise your cup. Love it stronger? Add a pinch more kadak chai powder (which means strong chai). Prefer a café-style karak chai? Let it simmer longer for a deeper, thicker texture.
This flexibility is what makes Chai Guys’ kits the best chai tea choice for those who love experimenting.
Frothing or Steaming Your Milk
If you want that professional finish, steam or froth 200ml of milk (plant-based or dairy) until it is velvety smooth.
No steamer? No problem! Just warm it up on the hob and whisk briskly or pour it into a French press and pump the plunger until frothy.
Combining Milk and Tea for a Chai Guys Chai Latte
Now comes the magic moment. Strain your brewed tea base into your favourite mug, then pour in your frothy milk. Stir gently and take in that incredible aroma; bold, spicy, and comfortingly familiar.
Congratulations! You have just made your own Chai Guys chai latte using our best chai kit.
How to Serve and Enjoy Your Homemade Chai Latte?
Pour your chai into a ceramic mug, top with a sprinkle of cinnamon and pair it with biscuits or pastries for the perfect afternoon treat.
If you are gifting, our beautifully packed chai latte gift set or chai latte gift makes the ideal present for tea lovers. Order and buy chai kit from Chai Guys in the UK today and bring London’s favourite chai home!
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