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Big-Chaibowksi-Recipe

The Big Chaibowski

This chai-lovers’ take on the classic White Russian cocktail is enhanced with masala chai, real espresso, and fresh half-and-half.

Date:

September 10, 2021

Author:

Rishi Tea

Tags:

recipes, cocktails, tea mixology

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Ingredients

  • 1 oz vodka
  • 2 oz Rishi Masala
  • 1/2 oz pulled espresso, cooled to room temperature
  • 2 oz whole milk or half & half*, cold
  • 1 orange peel for garnish (optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Shake concentrate before use. Combine vodka, concentrate, and espresso over ice; stir to chill.
  2. Strain over fresh ice; top with milk.
  3. Slice a ribbon of orange peel. Wrap the peel around a cinnamon stick and balance on top of the glass for a festive finish.

*Recommended dairy alternative: Oatly! barista style oat milk.

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