Chai simply means spiced tea. This version highlights just one spice, pairing our bold Ceylon Black Tea with fragrant cardamom pods for a cup that feels comforting and quietly aromatic.
Simple Cardamom Chai
By Gathering Place
By Gathering Place
Chai simply means spiced tea. This version highlights just one spice, pairing our bold Ceylon Black Tea with fragrant cardamom pods for a cup that feels comforting and quietly aromatic.
Gathering Place
2 cups
15 minutes
2 minutes
Indian
Chai simply means spiced tea. This version highlights just one spice, pairing our bold Ceylon Black Tea with fragrant cardamom pods for a cup that feels comforting and quietly aromatic.

Bring the water to a gentle boil in a small saucepan. Add the crushed cardamom pods and black tea.
Let it steep for 2-3 minutes, then pour in the milk. Reduce the heat to low and let the chai simmer softly for 4-5 minutes.
Remove from heat and strain the chai into two mugs using a fine sieve.
Sweeten to taste and enjoy warm.