The art of preparing chai

Chai is more than just a drink – it’s an experience that stimulates the senses. The blend of strong black or green tea, creamy milk, and a variety of aromatic spices creates a unique taste loved in India and around the world. The preparation of this delicacy is simple, as long as you follow a few basic rules.

The Traditional Preparation

The base of Chai consists of four essential ingredients:

Black or green tea

Milk (or milk substitutes like oat or rice milk)

Sweeteners such as sugar (white or brown) or honey

A spice blend known as "Masala"

Preparation varies across regions in India. A very common method starts by heating water and milk with sugar. Freshly grated ginger is then added along with the special spice mix (Masala). The mixture is brought to a boil, and then a teaspoon of black tea is added. After the chai is briefly boiled, it is removed from the heat and left to steep for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to fully develop. Finally, the chai is strained and served.

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These are the Chais We Recommend

David Rio - Black Rhino Cocoa Chai *vegan* (456 g)

A harmonious chai made from black tea, fine spices and cocoa.The Black Rhino Cocoa Chai combines David Rio's signature masala spices with high-quality, rich cocoa to create an indulgent chocolate treat that can be served ice cold or steaming hot.Every delicious cup helps to protect rhinos in their natural habitat. Because David Rio has always been a guarantee for an exceptionally good chai and, on top of that, you support endangered animal species with every cup you drink.The classic and well-known Black Rhino Chai comes with 456 g content in a practical household size.

Contents: 0.456 kg (€28.40* / 1 kg)

€12.95*

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David Rio - Flamingo Vanilla Chai *decaf + zuckerreduziert* (337 g)

David Rio - Flamingo Vanilla Chai *decaf + reduced sugar* (337 g)

Sugar-reduced chai blend made from decaffeinated black tea, vanilla flavoring and exotic spices. Comparable to Elephant Vanilla, but sugar-reduced and decaffeinated.David Rio has always been a guarantee for an exceptionally good chai and, on top of that, you support endangered animal species with every cup you drink. So every time you enjoy a David Rio Chai, you feel twice as good.The classic and well-known Flamingo Vanilla tin comes in a practical household size with a content of 337 g.

Contents: 0.337 kg (€38.43* / 1 kg)

€12.95*

David Rio - Orca Spice Chai *zuckerreduziert* (337 g)

David Rio - Orca Spice Chai *reduced sugar* (337 g)

With black tea, sucralose, cinnamon and cardamom. For the preparation of a sugar-reduced, typically Indian, creamy chai.David Rio has always been a guarantee for an exceptionally good chai and, on top of that, you support endangered animal species with every cup you drink. So every time you enjoy a David Rio chai, you feel twice as good.The classic and well-known Orca Spice tin comes in a practical household size with a content of 337 g.

Contents: 0.337 kg (€38.43* / 1 kg)

€12.95*

David Rio - Power Chai Espresso *vegan* (398 g)

A well-rounded combination of black tea and espresso with a finely balanced blend of spices. Sweetened with cane sugar and flavored with ginger, this invigorating chai is vegan as it contains no milk components.The classic and well-known tin of Power Chai comes in a practical household size with a content of 398 g.