Masala Chai

Masala Chai is a traditional spiced black tea from The Natural Mama Co., blending robust black tea with ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, black and white pepper, nutmeg, and cloves. It is warming and aromatic with a gentle caffeine lift, and takes well to milk and sweetener for a classic chai.

At a glance

• Type: Caffeinated black tea
• Key ingredients: Black tea, dried ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, black peppercorns, white peppercorns, nutmeg, cloves
• Flavor: Rich, spicy, and warming
• Caffeine: Moderate, from the black tea base
• Format: Loose-leaf
• Maker: The Natural Mama Co.

Best for

• Chilly mornings and cozy afternoons
• A homemade chai latte with milk and honey
• Coffee drinkers wanting a spiced caffeine alternative
• Fans of bold, spice-forward tea
• A gift for a chai lover
• Gift sets and gift baskets

How to brew

Add 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup, pour over water at 212F, and steep 5 to 7 minutes. Strain, then add milk and sweetener to taste for a traditional chai.

Flavor profile

Robust black tea carries a layered wave of warming spice: peppery heat, sweet cinnamon and cardamom, and nutty nutmeg and clove, with ginger threading through for a comforting, invigorating cup.

About The Natural Mama Co.

The Natural Mama Co. hand-blends small-batch loose-leaf teas and herbal wellness blends, with a focus on natural ingredients and traditional recipes for everyday enjoyment.