Rainy Day Chai [Vegan]

Experience the joy of this carefully crafted chai, expertly blended to uplift and invigorate. As the rain pours down on a revitalized spring morning, this complex blend of pungent and astringent spices yields a most satisfying and invigorating herbal beverage.

Contents

Rainy Day Chai [Vegan]Gather these essential elements to concoct a comforting cup of vegan Rainy Day Chai: • 2 teaspoons loose-leaf black tea (or any strong-leafed variety you prefer) • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves • 1/2 cup non-dairy milk (almond, soy, or coconut work well) • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste) • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract • Pinch of salt • Optional: whipped cream and cinnamon sticks for garnish As the rain pours outside, warm up with a soothing cup of Vegan Rainy Day Chai.Rainy Day Chai (Vegan)

Gather these essential elements to concoct a comforting cup of vegan Rainy Day Chai:

• 2 teaspoons loose-leaf black tea (or any strong-leafed variety you prefer)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup non-dairy milk (almond, soy, or coconut work well)
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: whipped cream and cinnamon sticks for garnish

6 cups water
2 cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger
2 tablespoons fresh grated turmeric
10 cardamom pods
1 teaspoon whole cloves
5 black peppercorns
4 star anise pods
1/2 teaspoon whole allspice
Optional: 1/4 cup dried tulsi leaves (also known as holy basil)

As the rain pours outside, warm up with a soothing cup of Vegan Rainy Day Chai.

Boil water on the stovetop. Allow the aromatic blend to meld together by letting it simmer for 20-25 minutes.
Reduce the heat to a low simmer and allow the dried tulsi to infuse for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
Allow the mixture to cool, then carefully pour off any excess liquid.
To prepare, pour the steaming hot concentrate into a mug, filling it approximately halfway to three-quarters before finishing with your preferred nut or seed milk. Enjoy your beverage sweetened with a drizzle of pure agave nectar.