Is there anything better than a warm mug of chai? The only thing that could make the cozy spices in masala chai any better is combining them with the soothing, stress-relieving effects of ashwagandha. Which is exactly what this instant ashwagandha chai electuary does.
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The information in this post is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is always best to work with a qualified healthcare professional before incorporating herbs into your diet.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- The classic warming spices in this chai blend create the ultimate cozy, comforting, nourishing drink you could ask for.
- It’s an easy way to incorporate the powerful adaptogen ashwagandha into your diet.
- Electuaries are easy to make and a lovely way to have an herbal preparation that’s ready to enjoy at a moment’s notice. Just add boiled water!
- By making your own chai blend at home, you can adjust the spices to exactly your liking.
Herbal Health Benefits
As anyone who has enjoyed a hot beverage can tell you, the simple act of sipping a warm drink just makes you feel good. And there’s actually some science to support this. Studies have shown that holding something warm (like a hot drink) can make you feel friendlier, more open, and more generous to other people.
So why not combine the comfort of a warm drink with the health-supporting effects of adaptogens and spices? This instant ashwagandha chai recipe includes…
- Ashwagandha, a soothing adaptogen that helps to reduce the effects of stress while promoting energy, vitality, and mental well-being.
- Ginger, a premier herb for digestive health, helps relieve stagnant digestion, speed gastric emptying, and quell nausea. It also supports heart health and has the ability to inhibit a variety of infections.
- Cinnamon, which supports healthy digestion and circulation. It’s also been studied extensively for its positive effects on regulating blood sugar levels and supporting heart health.
- Cardamom, which helps relieve symptoms of stagnant digestion like gas and bloating. It’s also been shown to help protect the cardiovascular system and support respiratory function.
- Allspice, which has antiviral, antibacterial, and analgesic properties. It’s also loaded with antioxidants, can help improve blood flow, and supports digestion.
- Nutmeg, which is a popular fold remedy for insomnia and can help relieve uncomfortable digestive symptoms like bloating and gas. It’s also often referred to as an aphrodisiac.
- Clove, which has antibacterial properties that can help fight infections. It’s also well known for supporting mouth health.
What Is An Electuary
If you aren’t familiar with electuaries, you’re in for an herbal treat. Put simply, electuaries are a powdered herbs combined with just enough honey to create a thick paste. Historically, electuaries were often used to make bitter, pungent herbs more palatable. But they can be made with basically any herb or herb blend you like.
How To Make An Electuary
To make an electuary, start with a medium bowl. You want one that’s bigger than you think you’ll need in order to avoid making a mess.
Combine the herbs you plan on using in the bowl and whisk them so they’re evenly distributed.
Next, you’ll add the honey. You can eyeball this, adding honey a little bit at a time until you get to the thickness you like. But I find that a 1:1 ratio of herbs to honey is a good starting point. So if you’ve got about ¼ cup of powdered herbs, you’ll want to start with ¼ cup of honey.
Start incorporating the honey and herbs by stirring slowly and patiently. It takes a while for the ingredients to blend together and if you stir too vigorously you’ll just end up pushing the powdered herbs out of the bowl. (I know this from experience.) So take it slow and trust that the mixture will ever come together.
If the mixture still seems too thick, feel free to add more honey, a teaspoon or two at a time, until you reach a thick but scoopable consistency.
How To Use An Electuary
Electuaries have a long shelf-life and can be taken either straight by the spoonful or turned into a delicious hot beverage, which is why I call this recipe an “instant” ashwagandha chai.
- Step 1: Bring 8 ounces of water to a boil.
- Step 2: Pour the freshly boiled water into a bug and stir in about a tablespoon of the ashwagandha chai electuary.
- Step 3: Top with some frothed milk for a creamy, delicious finish.
It doesn’t get much easier than that! You can store your electuary in the fridge for at least 6 months, which means you’ll never be more than a few minutes away from a warm, stress-busting, anxiety-soothing mug of ashwagandha chai.
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Instant Ashwagandha Chai Electuary
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons powdered ashwagandha
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 6 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla paste or extract
- Milk of choice for the latte
Instructions
- In a medium-to-large bowl, add the ashwagandha, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves. Whisk to combine.
- Add the honey and vanilla and mix slowly and gently with a spoon. Be patient as it can take a while for the herbs and honey to incorporate but it will come together eventually.
- If the mixture is too thick once the honey is incorporated, add more honey a teaspoon or two at a time until you reach a consistency that is thick but scoopable.
- Store the electuary in the fridge. It will stay good for at least 6 months.
- To make an instant ashwagandha chai latte, bring 8 ounces of water to a boil. Pour the freshly boiled water into a mug and stir in a tablespoon of the electuary until it is fully dissolved and incorporated. Top with ¼ – ½ cup of frothed milk and enjoy.
