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Over a Cup of Chai, India
Whether it be the east or west, north or south, India and it’s infamous cup of Chai go hand in hand all across the nation. The price may vary a few rupees depending on how you like your cup served to you, large or small, street stall or classy restaurant, but the consistency of the chai remains the same. Made of warm milk, sugar and ground tea leaves, chai is more than a drink, it is the water of India and is enjoyed by all classes, ages, and sexes. Depending on where you are, chai may come in a three ounce glass or hand made clay cup, a fine china mug or even a plastic Dixie cup when traveling on the train. Enjoyed anywhere form three to six a day, chai is a social drink, a break from reality for a few short minutes, and a bed time treat.
