Artisan Masala Chai - Spiced Loose Leaf Black Tea

Bold, fiery, and unapologetically warming.

Built for crisp mornings and slow afternoon revivals, our Artisan Masala Chai is an authentic, full-bodied spiced black tea crafted to cut straight through the fog. We start with hearty Assam CTC black tea leaves, chosen specifically for their rich, malty backbone that holds its own against rich milk and sweet honey. Then we fold in generous measures of crushed ginger root, sweet cinnamon bark, fragrant green cardamom pods, whole cloves, and freshly cracked black peppercorns.

No powdered dust, no sprayed flavor oils, just pure whole spices delivering authentic heat, fragrant sweetness, and lasting morning fuel.

Cup Notes & Flavor Profile

• Aroma: Heady green cardamom, sweet crushed cinnamon bark, and pungent clove.
• Palate: Deep, malty black tea with an upfront snap of fiery ginger root and comforting baking spice.
• Finish: A slow, warming kick of cracked black pepper that settles deep in the chest with zero harsh bitterness.

The Chai Brewing Ritual

Method 1: The Traditional Stovetop Simmer (Recommended)

This method extracts the richest oils from the whole spices and caramelizes the milk for a true street-stall chai experience.

1. Combine 1/2 cup fresh water and 1/2 cup whole milk (or creamy oat milk) in a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then stir in 1.5 to 2 teaspoons of loose leaf chai.
3. Lower heat and let it gently simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally as the tea turns deep caramel.
4. Strain directly into a warmed mug, stir in raw wildflower honey or turbinado sugar, and enjoy hot.

Method 2: The Quick Mug Steep

1. Water Temperature: 208°F to 212°F (rolling boil).
2. Portion: 1.5 teaspoons of loose tea per 8 oz water.
3. Steep Time: 4 to 5 minutes in a covered infuser basket to lock in essential spice oils.
4. Finish: Strain, stir in a generous splash of warm milk, and sweeten to taste.

Mission & Quality Promise

• 100% Whole Botanical Spices: Real cracked peppercorns, whole cardamom pods, and crushed ginger. Zero synthetic flavorings, syrups, or chemical extracts.
• High-Caffeine Morning Energy: Robust Assam black tea provides clean, jitter-free energy to power your day.
• Hand-Packed with Pride: Blended in small, deliberate batches by LGBrewTeaQ. Proudly LGBTQIA+-owned, craft-focused, and made for community.