A hot toddy and spiced chai are a natural match: the cardamom, ginger and cinnamon in the chai sit beautifully with whisky, honey and lemon. Brew the turmeric chai strong, stir in honey while it is hot, then add a measure of whisky and plenty of lemon, with a clove-studded orange slice to round it out.
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It is a warming drink for a cold evening. Makes one; leave the whisky out and top with hot water for an alcohol-free version.
You'll need
- 1 tea bag of Yogi Tea Organic Turmeric Chai
- 200ml just-off-boil water (95C)
- 30ml whisky (alcohol-free swap: 30ml hot water)
- 1 tablespoon runny honey
- 2 slices fresh lemon
- 1 slice fresh orange, studded with 3 cloves
- 1 280ml heatproof glass mug
Method
- Warm a heatproof glass or mug.
- Brew the tea bag in 200ml of freshly boiled water for five minutes, covered, then lift it out.
- Stir in the honey while the tea is hot until it dissolves.
- Add the whisky, the lemon slices and the clove-studded orange slice.
- Stir once and sip slowly while hot.
- For an alcohol-free version, leave out the whisky and top up with a splash more hot water.
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Brewed with: Yogi Tea Organic Turmeric Chai, 17 Tea Bags 34g
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