Step 1

In a small sauce pot on medium heat add the water and tea powder.

Step 2

Add 1/2 tsp masala chai powder and brew until it reaches a vigorous boil

Step 3

If you are adding fresh ginger and lemon grass now is theta add it or else add your saffron strands and let this mixture boil for 2-3 mins on medium to high heat.

Step 4

Add a little milk and let it boil again.

Step 5

Once bubbling add the remaining masala chai powder and bring to a boil

Step 6

After its boiled add the remaining milk (depending on how strong or light you like your chai) and reduce the heat.

Step 7

Let it simmer for 2-3 mins. And then bring to a boil.

Step 8

Once it is bubbling again, take off the heat and stir to calm it down. Bring it back to the heat and let it bubble again, take it off again. Repeat this process 4-5 times.

Step 9

Take it off the heat and at this stage while the chai is still hot you can add your sweetener.

Step 10

Strain into ups and serve with Biscuits. Enjoy it hot.