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The surprising history of South Asia's beloved chai

Across South Asia, millions start their mornings with chai, a sweet, milky tea often brewed with spices such as ginger and cardamom.

NPR’s Diaa Hadid explores the drink’s surprising history.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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