Chilled Chai Festivi-Tea Spritz

The Chilled Chai Festivi-Tea Spritz is a refreshing and festive twist on the classic chai tea, perfect for holiday gatherings. With its blend of chai spices, ginger ale, and a hint of citrus, this cocktail is a delightful way to celebrate the season. Whether enjoyed as a non-alcoholic mocktail or with a splash of bourbon for an adult version, this spritzer is a versatile and easy-to-make drink that's sure to be a hit at any festive occasion.

Chilled Chai Festivi-Tea Spritz

A refreshing and festive spritzer with chai spices, ginger ale, and a hint of citrus, perfect for holiday festivities.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons all natural sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 chai tea bag
  • 1/2 cup ginger ale
  • 1 1/2 oz bourbon (optional)
  • Orange slice (for rimming glass)
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg.
  2. Brew a cup of hot water and steep the chai tea bag. Add 1 tablespoon of the sugar mixture to the tea, stirring until dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to lukewarm, then chill in the refrigerator for one hour.
  3. Rim the serving glass with an orange slice and dip it into the chai sugar mixture.
  4. Pour the chilled chai tea over ice in the prepared glass, leaving some room at the top.
  5. Add ginger ale to the glass, filling it to the top.
  6. For an adult version, add bourbon to the spritzer and enjoy responsibly.