The Washington Post proclaims this “the most authentic version.” Warming and spicy, a traditional Indian masala chai blend of black tea with cardamom, cinnamon, rooibos, ginger, star anise, cloves, black pepper and licorice root. For the best tasting chai, boil on the stove in water, then add milk and sugar, and boil again before straining into your teapot or mug.