5 Unique Chai-Based Drinks: A List of Tea Infused Beverages
Masala chai, ginger tea, oolong tea or even an earl grey are only among some of the tea variations that are really favoured by many connoisseurs of this beverage across the Indian subcontinent. This is a land known for brewing tasty, aromatic tea blends that are enjoyed in the mornings and at afternoon tea with warm biscuits or crispy snacks.
Undoubtedly, those beverages which are infused with tea rank top in the rosters of tea connoisseurs as mixes which carry the flavours of this favoured beverage. And there are many alcoholic and non-alcoholic blends that can be made using tea to extract the maximum out of its flavour notes.
Here are some tea infused drinks that can be prepared for anyone whose favours this beverage:
Hibiscus Margarita
Brew a potent hibiscus flavoured tea which releases its aromas and tastes into the hot water. This floral tea can be used to prepare a variation of the margarita complete with the notes of tequila and the sweetness of simple syrup.
The coming together of earthy and floral notes of the tea coupled with the sweetness of the simple syrup and the slightly sour notes of the tequila makes for a drink that is packed with complex flavours.
Hibiscus tea and margarita is a good combination for anyone who prefers the flavour of tea and tequila taken together. Serve this drink with a side of freshly baked cookies.
Earl Grey Martini Cocktail
Another earthy brew that can be prepared for tea aficionados is an earl grey martini cocktail made by concocting this well-known tea variation and blending it with gin.
One of the ways to go about making this drink is creating an earl grey infused gin or vodka depending on one’s spirit of choice so the tea’s flavours seep into the alcohol. The martini cocktail itself can be blended by bringing the infused spirit together with some lemon juice and simple syrup.
What adds complexity to this drink is a dash of tonic water which lends the drink a fizzy texture that goes well with the flavours of the tea.
Green Tea Sparkler
For those who prefer to sip on a cool beverage at tea time or post lunch, a green tea sparkler is a suitable alternative. This can be made by stirring lemon juice and honey into a glass of green tea which is then topped off with sparkling water.
The drink is light in its overall feel and coupled with citrusy notes of the lemon and the sweetness from the syrup, it acquires a pleasing quality that all Indian tea lovers can look forward to.
Serve this sparkler with an orange wedge garnish for an added citrusy touch.
Ice Tea Lemonade
This one needs no introduction. One of the most favoured non-alcoholic drinks among those who prefer drinking tea particularly in the Indian subcontinent, iced tea lemonade is quite straightforward to prepare. It can be made in advance and chilled in the refrigerator to be brought out as a cool drink.
Brew a strong potion of a good quality tea and mix it with lime juice and simple syrup before finishing it with sparkling water.
Use lots of lemon wedges as garnishes so their citrusy acidity releases into the drink.
Matcha And Gin Sour
Matcha tea is fast becoming a favoured trend among tea drinkers across the Indian subcontinent. One of the drinks that can be prepared with matcha is the tea-infused gin sour as an alcoholic number.
Shake gin, matcha mix and lime juice along with some simple syrup in a cocktail glass to bring together a blend of earthy flavours with the contrasting citrusy notes of lime juice and the sweet notes of the sugar.
As well, the herbaceous flavours of the gin are a suitable accompaniment with tea. Add an egg white foam at the top of the cocktail glass for a classic ‘sour’ cocktail touch.
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