Iced Cherry Chai Recipe
This Iced Cherry Chai recipe combines the warm spices of traditional chai with sweet-tart cherry juice for a vibrant and cooling drink. Ideal for summer days, it’s a flavorful and refreshing twist on a classic. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet afternoon, this drink is easy to make and incredibly satisfying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
-
2 cups water
-
2 black tea bags
-
1 cinnamon stick
-
2–3 whole cloves
-
2 cardamom pods, crushed
-
1/4 tsp ground ginger (or fresh slice)
-
1/2 cup cherry juice (unsweetened or tart cherry preferred)
-
Sweetener to taste (honey, maple syrup, or sugar)
-
Ice cubes
-
Optional: fresh cherries and mint for garnish
Instructions
-
In a small pot, bring water to a boil with cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and ginger.
-
Add black tea bags and let steep for 5–7 minutes.
-
Strain and let the tea cool slightly.
-
Stir in cherry juice and sweetener to taste.
-
Fill a glass with ice and pour the cherry chai mixture over it.
-
Garnish with fresh cherries and mint if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
-
Use tart cherry juice for a deeper, richer flavor.
-
Can be prepared ahead and stored in the fridge for 2–3 days.
-
For a creamy version, add a splash of milk or non-dairy alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
Find it online: https://ymrecipes.com/iced-cherry-chai-recipe/