This cozy, spiced chai is a soothing ritual for hormone balance and emotional grounding. Blended with phytoestrogen-rich soy milk, antioxidant-packed spices, and black tea for a gentle lift, it’s the perfect companion for your luteal or menstrual phase—or anytime you crave warmth, comfort, and connection. Enjoy it slowly, as a practice in presence.

Ingredients 

(Serves 2 small mugs or 1 generous one)

• 2 cups filtered water
  
  
• 2 nubs of fresh ginger (about 1 inch total), smashed
  
  
• 2 small nubs of fresh turmeric (or ½ tsp dried), smashed
  
  
• 4–6 green cardamom pods, cracked or smashed
  
  
• 6–8 whole black peppercorns
  
  
• 2 tsp loose leaf black tea (Assam or Darjeeling preferred)
  
  
• ¾ to 1 cup unsweetened soy milk
  
  
• Optional: raw honey or maple syrup, to taste
  
  
• Optional: pinch of cinnamon or ground nutmeg to finish
  
  

 Instructions

1. Add water, smashed ginger, turmeric, cardamom pods, and peppercorns to a small pot.
   
   
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 5–6 minutes, until the water turns golden and fragrant.
   
   
3. Add loose leaf black tea and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
   
   
4. Turn off heat and pour in soy milk, allowing it to warm through without boiling.
   
   
5. Strain the chai into your favorite mug using a fine mesh strainer.
   
   
6. Sweeten with honey or maple syrup if desired, and sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg for a finishing touch.
   
   

Sip slowly, ideally while wrapped in something soft and listening to your body’s wisdom.

With Love & Nourishment,

The Nourish Kitchen