Rooibos Chai

Warm up your senses with the comforting aroma of Rooibos Chai, a caffeine-free twist on the classic spiced tea blend. This rich and soothing beverage combines naturally sweet rooibos tea leaves with a medley of aromatic spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, star anise, and a touch of fresh ginger, creating a delightful balance of bold and earthy flavors. Simmered with creamy milk—dairy or plant-based—and lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup, this chai is the perfect drink to brighten chilly mornings or cozy up on quiet evenings. With a quick prep time of just 5 minutes and ready in under 20, this recipe is easy to make and serves up to 4, making it ideal for sharing or savoring solo. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of cinnamon for a café-style presentation that’s as inviting as it is flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Rooibos tea leaves
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 5 pods Cardamom pods
• 4 pieces Cloves
• 1 piece Star anise
• 1 inch, sliced Fresh ginger
• 6 pieces Black peppercorns
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, star anise, sliced ginger, and black peppercorns.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to release the flavors from the spices.

Step 3

Add the rooibos tea leaves to the pan and simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the milk and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, ensuring the milk heats through without boiling over.

Step 5

Strain the chai through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a teapot or serving pitcher, discarding the solids.

Step 6

Sweeten the chai with honey or maple syrup to taste, stirring until fully dissolved.

Step 7

Pour into mugs and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick for presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1281.4 grams (1281.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	316

Total Fat 7.20g	9%
Saturated Fat 3.30g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Sodium 164mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 61.00g	22%
Dietary Fiber 6.10g	22%
Total Sugars 46.70g
Protein 10.10g	20%

Vitamin D 100IU	500%
Calcium 493mg	38%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 636mg	14%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.6%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 69.9%