Cocktail Friday (minus the cocktail): Chai Tea

by Tokyo Terrace on November 14, 2009

With cold weather making its way to many locations around the world, I thought today’s post should be warm and comforting like a big soft scarf on a chilly day in early winter (yes, I said it- WINTER.)

Today’s Cocktail Friday post is actually not a cocktail at all. I decided that it was acceptable to post a drink sans alcohol today because, let’s be honest, everyone needs a break sometimes. This delicious treat is from a blog that I visit regularly. The posts are well done, as are the recipes. When I saw their recipe for homemade Chai tea, I knew I had to try it. I’m so happy I did.

Talley from Houseboat Eats posted the recipe for this spicy, slightly sweet and super comforting Chai tea a while back and it is well worth the effort to make. The ingredients are somewhat flexible (I replaced the dried orange peel with a dried kaffir lime leaf- unusual but extremely delicious) allowing you to control the spicy factor. An extra bonus is the amazing aroma that fills your kitchen from the wonderful combination of spices. If you aren’t in the holiday spirit yet, this will certainly help you get there! Please visit Houseboat Eats for the recipe.

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  • http://www.houseboateats.com Talley

    Oh heck yeah, dried kaffir lime leaf! I love the sound of that… I might have to alter my own recipe now :) I also dig the star anise garnish. Cozy pictures too. Thanks Rachael!

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  • Mardi@eatlivetravelwrite

    I am ok with no alcohol from time to time! Lovely photo!

  • http://amazhang.wordpress.com Joy Zhang

    Chai tea is so soothing, I love drinking it when the weather is cold. The spices really help warm the body. It is so interesting you added a kaffir lime leaf in place of the orange peel, I am intrigued!

  • http://wasabiprime.blogspot.com wasabi prime

    Yum, you’re right, this is a nice alternative to a chilly cocktail. We had rain, rain, rain today, a wee bit of sun, and then more rain. A creamy, spicy cup of chai would have been perfect!

  • http://www.sense-serendipity.blogspot.com Divina

    I’m already in the holiday spirit. You know when it’s beginning to feel like Christmas in the Philippines when it’s really traffic. I love Chai tea. I haven’t made this at home but have tasted this at Starbucks. :) I had another Chai latte at Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf but it’s way too sweet. I’m going to be good to myself, I will make this Chai. :)

  • tokyoterrace

    Talley: I’m glad you like the addition of the kaffir lime leaf! It worked quite well, I think. Thanks for the great recipe, Talley!

  • tokyoterrace

    Hi Mardi! Thanks for stopping by :) Glad you’re OK with the alcohol-free version of cocktail Friday this time around!

  • tokyoterrace

    Joy: Yes, chai is very soothing. It’s one of those things that I crave when I’ve had a bad day- it just tastes and feels like a big cozy hug. Thanks for stopping by! Oh, and give the kaffir lime leaf a try- it’s tasty!

  • tokyoterrace

    wasabi prime: That sounds a lot like the weather here in Tokyo lately! We have had rain for the past week, then the last day or so has been sunny, now we’re headed for more rain tomorrow. More chai tea in our future, I think!

  • tokyoterrace

    Divina: I bet you would be able to make a great Chai with all of your knowledge of spices. This one helps my pocket book, too. Much less money goes to Starbuck’s!

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