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Steaming cup of Mountaineer’s Trail Chai with spices, ready for drinking during a camping trip.
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Mountaineer’s Trail Chai

Savor a creamy, spiced chai latte in the backcountry—made with powdered milk, instant tea, and warming spices. Lightweight, packable, and comforting on cold mornings.
Servings 1 mug
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes

Equipment

  • small pot or mug
  • Spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons instant black tea powder
  • 2 tablespoons powdered milk or coconut milk powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or to taste

Instructions

  • Add water to pot and bring just to a simmer over heat.
  • Stir in tea powder, powdered milk, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, and brown sugar.
  • Whisk constantly until smooth and steaming (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Pour into mug and sip hot.

Notes

All ingredients are non-perishable for easy packing. Whisk energetically to avoid clumps. Rinse pot right after use for less cleanup in the field.
Calories: 196kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: backpacking, easy cleanup, lightweight, minimal ingredients, one-pot

Nutrition

Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 15mg | Fiber: 1.1g | Sugar: 42.1g