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Indian Chai Iced Coffee Recipe

Experience the magic of Indian spices in this incredibly refreshing iced coffee! Our recipe blends the warmth of traditional garam masala chai with the robust flavor of coffee, creating a unique and delicious beverage. For an extra special treat, try using Mysore coffee beans – India's finest! This recipe is surprisingly easy and requires only minimal prep time before chilling for 2 hours. Prepare to be amazed by this captivating fusion of flavors.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 86.3 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
Indian Chai Iced Coffee

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Indian Chai Iced Coffee

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 inch piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 2 inch cinnamon stick
  • 2 star anise
  • 4 green cardamom pods
  • 4 cups brewed strong coffee
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • as needed ice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

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How to Make Indian Chai Iced Coffee

  1. In a saucepan, add 2 cups of water, 1-inch piece of grated ginger, 4 whole cloves, 2 star anise, and 4 green cardamom pods.
  2. Break a 2-inch cinnamon stick and add it to the water and spice mixture.
  3. Heat over medium heat until the water boils. Then, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse.
  4. Add 4 cups of freshly brewed strong coffee (or 6 tablespoons of instant coffee). Stir well and let steep, off the heat, for 5 minutes.
  5. Strain the coffee mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl, pressing on the solids to extract all the flavor.
  6. Pour the strained coffee into a clean saucepan. Add 1/4 cup honey (or to taste), 2 tablespoons of sugar (or to taste), and 2 cups of milk (dairy or non-dairy). Heat gently until almost boiling. Remove from heat, pour into a heatproof pitcher, let cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill completely.
  7. To serve, fill squat glasses with ice. Pour the chilled chai coffee over the ice and enjoy this exquisite fusion of flavors!
  8. Recipe easily doubles or triples to serve a crowd.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

7g

Carbs

4g

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Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion Beverages Asian Indian Easy Beginner Cook Spicy Taste Mood Sweet Presentation Served Cold 4 Hours Or Less