Making Chai Each household has its own time tested method of making chai. While there are many variations, chai in its most basic form is black tea that is brewed with a combination of spices (masala) with some milk and sugar. Chai - Masala Chai - Spiced Milk Tea Recipe: Ingredients: 2 cups water 1 tablespoon Assam Gold or Classic black tea 1 cinnamon stick 6 whole green cardamom pods, crushed or about 1/4 teaspoon seeds 4 whole cloves Dash nutmeg 1 (1-inch) piece fre