{"product_id":"cacao-chai-tea-by-the-pound","title":"Cacao Chai - Tea by the Pound","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCacao Chai is a caffeine-free blend of cacao shells and whole spices, including cinnamon, ginger, green cardamom, allspice, cloves, and black pepper. The cacao shells lend a natural chocolate aroma and gently roasted note, while the spices add warmth, fragrance, and a touch of pepper at the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brew it on its own for a deeply aromatic cup, or add milk and honey or maple syrup for a smooth, chocolatey chai. With no tea leaves in the blend, it can be steeped any time of day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Cacao naturally contains theobromine, a compound with a much milder effect on the central nervous system than caffeine.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong before cacao became the chocolate we know today, it held an important place in Mesoamerican cultures. Among the Maya, cacao appears in mythology and religious life; in one creation story, cacao is named among the precious foods found within the Mountain of Sustenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChocolate comes from the bean, but the surrounding cacao shell retains much of cacao's characteristic fragrance and roasted taste. Those shells form the base of our Cacao Chai, accompanied by the spices traditionally associated with chai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Brew:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCacao Chai brews much like an herbal tea, with a generous measure and a longer steep allowing the cacao shells and spices time to develop.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFor a cup of Cacao Chai:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse 1 heaping teaspoon of loose Cacao Chai per 8 oz of water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour freshly boiled water over the blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteep for 5-7 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain and serve as is, or add milk and sweetener to taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFor stovetop Cacao Chai:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor each serving, combine ½ cup water, ½ cup whole milk, and 1 heaping teaspoon of Cacao Chai in a saucepan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 2 teaspoons of sugar, honey, or maple syrup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring to a boil, then reduce the heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimmer on low for 5–7 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain and serve hot or cold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCacao Shells, Cinnamon Chips, Ginger Root, Green Cardamom, Allspice, Cloves, Black Pepper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoose Cacao Chai in 4 oz or 1 pound resealable bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life: \u003c\/strong\u003e2 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHand blended and packaged by Oliver Pluff \u0026amp; Co. in Charleston, South Carolina.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver Pluff \u0026 Company","offers":[{"title":"4oz","offer_id":45231190442209,"sku":"207-OZ","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1lb","offer_id":45231190474977,"sku":"207-LLB","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/2710\/5441\/files\/cacao_chai.png?v=1754422207","url":"https:\/\/oliverpluff.mom\/products\/cacao-chai-tea-by-the-pound","provider":"Oliver Pluff \u0026 Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}