Drinks
14mgper serving
Infused Chai
First time? Eat ⅓ of a serving (≈4.7 mg) and wait 2 hours before more. Beginner's guide
This warming, potent, cannabis chai tea recipe is a great way to enjoy your tea with an extra kick.
This cannabis infused chai recipe blends infused milk into a warm, soothing beverage perfect for relaxation and unwinding. Hot cannabis drinks provide a comforting way to consume edibles, especially during colder months. The warmth helps the infused fat dissolve and distribute evenly for consistent dosing in every sip. Warming cannabis chai combines aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger with infused milk for a soothing hot edible.
Your dose
At the default settings (0.5 g of 14% THC cannabis, 4 servings), each serving contains about 14 mg THC. Adjust the calculator to match your cannabis.
For 5 mg, eat ⅓ of a servingor cut the batch into 12 servings
Ingredients
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Directions
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Dosing Tips for Your Infused Chai
- Start with 5-10 mg per cup and remember that liquid edibles can onset faster than solid foods, sometimes within 20-45 minutes.
- Use a milk frother or blender to fully emulsify the infused milk into your hot drink so it does not float on top as an oily layer.
- If sharing a pot, stir thoroughly before each pour because the fat tends to rise to the surface as the drink sits.
- Sipping slowly over 30 minutes gives you better control over your experience than drinking the entire cup quickly.
- Prepare a single serving using one measured dose of infused milk per cup to maintain precise control over your intake.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Adding infused milk to boiling liquid can cause it to scald and develop a bitter taste. Let the liquid cool to about 160-180 F (70-82 C) before stirring in the fat.
- Skipping emulsification leaves an oily film on top that tastes unpleasant and means the first sips have most of the THC while the last sips have almost none.
- Making drinks too strong because they taste mild when warm. The effects sneak up on you. Always calculate and measure the dose precisely.
- Not accounting for evaporation when simmering. If your drink reduces, the concentration per ounce increases.
How to Store Infused Chai
- Follow the storage note at the end of this list. Anything made with dairy, eggs, cream cheese, meat or fish goes into the fridge within 2 hours of cooking (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C).
- If the recipe freezes well, freeze single, labelled portions so you can thaw one dose at a time.
- Label every container with the date and the mg per serving, and keep edibles out of reach of children and pets.
- Brew fresh for the best flavor; leftover chai concentrate without milk can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Variations & Ideas
- Add a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom to complement the herbal cannabis flavor and add warming spice notes.
- Use cannabis-infused honey instead of fat for a cleaner drink with less oily texture, especially good in tea.
- Blend in MCT oil-based cannabis extract for a smoother mouthfeel that emulsifies more easily than butter.
- Add a shot of espresso for a dirty chai latte that combines caffeine alertness with the calming effects of THC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the heat from a hot drink destroy the THC?
Normal drinking temperatures of 140-180 F (60-82 C) will not degrade THC. THC begins degrading around 315 F (157 C). As long as you are not boiling your drink for an extended period with the cannabis fat in it, potency is preserved.
Why does my cannabis latte taste oily?
The fat has not been properly emulsified. Use a milk frother, immersion blender, or regular blender to combine the cannabis fat with your milk or drink base. A pinch of lecithin powder helps the fat integrate smoothly.
Can I add cannabis tincture to any hot drink?
Yes, alcohol-based tinctures blend easily into hot drinks and the alcohol evaporates quickly from the heat. This is actually one of the simplest ways to make a cannabis hot beverage since there is no fat emulsification needed.
How fast do cannabis hot drinks take effect?
Hot cannabis drinks can take effect in as little as 20-45 minutes, faster than most solid edibles. The warm liquid and dissolved fat are absorbed more quickly in the digestive system. Start with a low dose until you know how they affect you.
Can I make a big batch and reheat portions later?
Yes, if you keep it cold. Refrigerate the drink or its milk base within 2 hours, use it within the time in the storage note, and reheat it gently without boiling. Stir well, because the fat separates as it cools.
