About The Recipe
Making infused beverages is one of the easiest ways to consume cannabis in a delicious way. All you need is a recipe that requires milk/mylk, and cannabis oil. I’ve recently been making alot of masala chai at home because the weather is getting colder, and my body is craving warming herbs and spices. Masala chai is a traditional beverage from India that is a combination of herbs and spices like cinnamon and cardamom, and sometimes black tea leaves. There are many different masala chai recipes out there on the Internet, and the main difference is that they have different ratios of herbs and spices
What is Chai?
Chai, originating from the Indian subcontinent, is a warm and aromatic beverage that has captured hearts worldwide.
At its core, chai is a blend of black tea and a fragrant mix of spices, often including cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and black pepper. Its history dates back over 5,000 years, with its roots in ancient Ayurvedic traditions. Chai's allure lies not only in its tantalizing flavours but also in its potential health benefits. The combination of spices in chai is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and digestive properties. Ginger and cinnamon may help regulate blood sugar, while cardamom can aid in digestion.
Moreover, the caffeine content in black tea provides a gentle energy boost without the jittery effects of coffee. Whether sipped for its comforting taste or cherished for its potential wellness perks, chai remains a beloved beverage with a rich and flavorful heritage.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Naturally sweetened — maple syrup is an excellent natural sweetener!
- Quick and easy to make
- Warm and cozy — this is the perfect cozy drink for those nights when you just want to spend the night binging one of your favourite shows or reading!
Ingredient Substitutions
- Dairy Free Milk: My go-to dairy free milks are usually almond or oat milk, but you can use any type of milk that you want, including cows milk if you can tolerate it!
- Maple Syrup: Maple syrup is one of my favourite natural sweeteners as the taste meshes will with alot of different beverages. Other alternatives include honey, monkfruit, stevia, or agave syrup. Or for an elevated infusion experience try my infused maple syrup recipe!
- Cannabis Oil: You can use any cannabis oil that you like! Remember to check the dosage per ml on your bottle as every cannabis oil product will differ in dosage.
TIPS & TRICKS
- If you like a less spice forward chai, add in less peppercorns and ginger!
- If you want to elevate your infusion game, use my infused maple syrup recipe to add some more elevation to your beverage.
Recipe
SERVINGS: 4
TIME REQUIRED: 20 mins
INGREDIENTS
- 1 whole cinnamon stick
- 6-8 green cardamom pods
- 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
- 3-4 whole cloves
- 2 ½ cups water
- 2 Tbsp grated ginger or ginger powder
- 3 Tbsp loose leaf black tea leaves
- 2 cups dairy free milk
- 1 tbsp cannabis olive oil or MCT oil
- 4 tbsps maple syrup
INSTRUCTIONS
- Use a mortar and pestle or a powerful blender to pulverize all the ingredients together just enough so that the ingredients combine together.
- Add water and oat milk to the medium pot and bring to a high simmer.
- Pour the herbs and spices directly into the pot and allow it to simmer on low-medium for 10-15 minutes.
- When the chai is almost done, turn the heat off and strain the liquid from the herbs and spices.
- Add the maple syrup and cannabis oil into the chai and mix well.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
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FAQ
Q: Is this chai recipe spicy?
A: Nope, this recipe isn’t spicy but there’s lots of flavors of spices that are very forward tasting. If you’re not a big fan of spiced beverages feel free to cut the quantity down as needed!
Q: How long will this drink take to kick in?
A: Cannabis beverages are considered to be cannabis edibles, which means that they have to be ingested and processed by your liver before heading up to your blood brain barrier. The onset of cannabis edibles can range from person to person, and can also be impacted by a variety of factors, such as one’s metabolism. Generally cannabis infused bevies can take anywhere from 30 minutes all the way to 2 hours for the onset, and the experience can last between 4 to 12 hours.
Q: What do I use if I don’t have a mortar and pestle?
A: If you don’t have a mortar and pestle that’s okay! Use a very high powered blender to pulverize all of the ingredients and blend them together well.
Hey I’m Anna, also known as Cannabinista™
I’m a cannabis content creator, recipe developer, and enthusiast for the ancient plant. I’ve dedicated my platforms to helping you create a healthy relationship with cannabis through mindful consumption and providing education that resonates with the modern consumer.
My ultimate goal is to debunk traditional stoner stereotypes and myths, by showcasing the world of cannabis through my POV.