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Have you caught wind of the latest drama around tea? We’re talking about the viral ‘fruit chai’ recipe video that has caused a stir among chai aficionados everywhere.
Now, we all know how sacred tea, fondly called ‘chai’, is in India. It’s not just a drink, it’s practically religion. So, when someone messes with the classic recipe and turns it into a viral sensation, there’s going to be some commotion.
In this particular video shared by an Instagram handle that goes by @foodie_for_life, a tea seller in Gujarat’s Surat decided to shake things up by tossing in some chopped bananas, apples, and sapodilla into the mix of tea leaves and milk. It looks like a fruit salad decided to take a dip in tea, and needless to say, people aren’t having it.
Watch the video below:
In the video, the tea vendor goes all out, smashing and grating fruits into the chai, stirring it up, and then straining it out for serving. The color might be the same, but the taste? Let’s just say it’s left a rather unpleasant impression on everyone who’s seen the video.
Even the folks over at @swiggy_instamart couldn’t resist chiming in, leaving a comment that pretty much summed up everyone’s reaction: “Would have liked to comment on this reel too but have no words.”
And the comments section? Oh boy, it’s a goldmine of sarcasm and disbelief. While one user joked, “He forgot to add cheese”, another quipped, “Hey officer, I would like to report a crime.”
There’s one who suggested, “Uncle would have put some poison too.” Yikes!
Remember the ‘other’ fruit chai trend? The one where a lady caramelized apples, added an egg, and gave it a whirl?
Here’s a video to jog your memory:
The video, which surfaced on Facebook courtesy of Sultana’s Cook, had garnered a whopping 1.3 million views and counting since October 1st, 2023. However, instead of sparking joy, it ignited a firestorm of criticism from chai lovers far and wide. This now looks like a warm up act to this latest concoction.
So, if you’re considering giving this fruity chai a try, you might want to proceed with caution. You don’t want to mess with religion, do you?
