Burlap & Barrel - Chai

Beloved in Zanzibar's kitchens and street stalls, this Chai is warm, comforting and ethereally fragrant. The archipelago's prized pink cloves are blended with locally sourced cinnamon, cardamom, lemongrass and orange peel to create an East African homage to a beloved Indian masala. Stir into tea or coffee for an aromatic boost, or add to desserts from banana bread to rice pudding for zing and complexity. Cooking Tips: Add to cookies, pastries and pie dough. Sub for spice blends in pumpkin or apple pies.

Burlap & Barrel is a single-origin spice company founded in 2016 by Ethan Frisch and Ori Zohar in New York. They source directly from smallholder farmers in over 20 countries, paying 5 to 20 times the commodity rate. Their spices are so fresh and potent that they recommend new customers use half a serving at first. "You are just cooking with old spices," says co-founder Zohar. "This is how it should be."

Pairs with: Steamed milk for chai latte, baking, oatmeal, or as a warming addition to coffee.
Perfect for: Chai lovers, bakers, and anyone who wants the warm spice blend without the tea. You'll find this at The Ambrosian Pantry, 263 Josephine St in Cherry Creek, Denver, where serious home cooks come for the ingredients they can't find anywhere else. Shop online at theambrosianpantry.com.

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