Kashmiri Pink Tea (Noon Chai)

Instructions

1. Build the concentrate

   Simmer 6 g green tea, 400 ml water and 0.4 g baking soda for 12 minutes.

2. Aerate carefully

   Whisk or repeatedly lift and return the hot liquid for 3 minutes, avoiding splashes.

3. Add cold water

   Add 100 ml cold water, return to a simmer, then strain.

4. Finish with milk

   Add 300 ml milk and 1 g salt. Heat gently for 5 minutes; do not add extra soda simply to force colour.