CHAI
Chai is the hindi word for tea in many parts of the world. Chai is a centuries-old beverage which has played an important role in many cultures. Premiers market the best brand of pure, non adulterated Chai - "Premiers CHAI" is a household name all over the world.
Chai from India is a spiced milk tea that has become increasingly popular through out the world. Indian Chai marketed by Premiers as "Premiers Chai" comes in three major flavors :
- Darjeeling Chai
- Assam Chai
- Nilgiris Chai
Chai is usually served with a milk or cream, and is heavily spiced. Common spices in chai are cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, pepper, and allspice. Chai has gone to North America from India, and has gained much popularity at coffeehouses and tea shops everywhere. Here are a few great chai recipes to try:
Kashmiri Chai (Tea) : The powdered almonds add a nutty touch.
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Spicy Milk Chai : Typically made with black tea, but here is a recipe for green tea. The mix of green tea and spices add a unique flavour to this milky chai tea.
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Masala Chai : A personal favorite. This is another basic chai recipe, but the hint of cinnamon makes a world of difference.
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Moon Chai :This one is more elaborate than the others, with quite a complex array of spices. It's quite a zesty cup of tea.
Drinking chai is part of life in India and most Indian's are amazed at all the current fuss in the West. Many who have traveled in India come away with fond chai drinking experiences. We have included many of these in our Chai experiences section.
In the past three years we've seen a phenomenal growth in the popularity and interest in chai. Chai has become very common at over-the-counter beverage shops to 5 star hotels and there is a growing line of pre-packaged un-adulterated consumer products. Many industry analysts are predicting that chai will eventually become the most popular drink that invigorates but doesn't intoxicate.
