The Masala in your Chai

Did you know that the word “chai” simply means “tea”? What many people refer to as “chai” is actually spiced chai: black tea blended with a masala (mixture) of rich, warm, delectable spices.

So, saying “chai tea” is, well, redundant redundant! Enjoy your masala chai, baby!

Are you getting enough water, baby? The hydrating powers of tea!

Are you getting enough water, baby? That hardworking body of yours needs water to transport oxygen to your cells, move nutrients to your organs and regulate your body temperature. Common knowledge dictates about 8 glasses of water per day, more if you are engaging in additional activity, flying in an airplane or living in an arid climate.

What's that baby? 8 glasses of water too boring for you? Not to fear! Substitute a few of those glasses for cups of delicious, all natural tea. The National Drinks Survey, cited in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, suggests that consumption of normal tea has an overall hydrating effect on the body. So, drink up, baby!

A multi-sensory experience

Busy day? Of course! We know that often drink your beverages on the go. We do want to encourage you to be still with your tea periodically. Tea drinking is a multi-sensory experience -- are you taking in the warmth, the fragrance, the steam? Are you letting the experience become a part of you?

Be smooth, baby! Delicious masala chai smoothies

It's finally warming up, baby! Maybe it's time to alternate your hot tea with something cooler. Sure, you can always ice your tea, but here's another yummy option: the masala chai smoothie.

Steep 2 masala chai tea sachets in one cup of boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Pour into a blender, add 1/2 cup of milk (or soy milk) and 1 cup of ice cubes, and blend. Top off your drink with a pinch of cinnamon or ground ginger, if desired. How's that for some lip-smacking refreshment?

For a delectably naughty variation, substitute the milk with vanilla ice cream.

Enjoy!
--Chai, Baby!

P.S. Try Chai, Baby!'s convenient masala chai sachets!

Happy Mother's Day, baby!

To all of the fabulous moms out there, we wish you a day of joy, restoration and sheer bliss! You deserve it!

It's Derby time, baby!

It's Derby weekend, baby, and we are ready for the "Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports". Fabulous hats? Check! Fabulous dresses? Check! And, you guessed it, fabulous tea? Check!

For the featherweights who fall asleep after one julep (guilty!) and for everyone else who might want a pick-up-me after too many juleps, we are pouring Chai, Baby!'s Energy Blend over ice. The potent Egyptian peppermint, ginger and red peppercorn blend gives us the wonderful fragrance and taste of mint associated with Derby drinking, but keeps us fresh and alert for the festivities. So wake up and join the party, baby!

The Chai, Baby! Top Five: Why Drink Tea?

Is that a cup of coffee in your hand, baby? Hey, we don't judge -- although we will sass you a little. Here's our challenge: every day, replace just one of your coffees with -- you guessed it -- a cup of tea.

Why? So glad you asked, baby!

1. Tea is chock-full of antioxidants that protect your body from the effects of aging.

2. Tea is hydrating. Your body needs fluid, baby, so drink up!

3. Tea can protect your body from cancer. Research increasingly shows that polyphenols (the antioxidants in tea) have a cancer-fighting effect.

4. No calories, baby! Choose the right tea, skip the milk and sweetener, and you can indulge in utterly guilt-free deliciousness!

5. Tea contains theanine, an amino acid that simultaneously improves alertness and reduces stress. Wow!

Are you sold? We thought so!

-Chai, Baby!