Learn the Art of Chai Class

Indulge in masala chai tasting and learn all about this ancient cultural drink!



2.5 hours

Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 4 to 10
  $200 (Afterpay available)

Explore the origins of chai and gain an understanding of this spiced tea which is deeply rooted in Indian and Ayurvedic culture.
Led by Uppma from Chai Walli in Kilsyth, we will explore what chai actually is, including its culture, taste ingredients and brewing methods.
Class outline:
  • Understand the history and culture of chai in India.
  • Identify the key steps to creating a balanced chai blend - bringing together black tea and specific spices for both their taste and healing properties.
  • Identify and taste different varieties of chai and understand how the brewing method is a vital part of the chai process.
  • Be fully equipped to brew chai at home using traditional Indian methods.
This 2.5-3hour class is facilitated by Chai Walli founder Uppma who is the granddaughter of an Ayurvedic doctor who specialised in Indian spices and remedial chai. Her rich Indian upbringing involved playing and experimenting with Indian herbs and spices. Chai was simply a part of daily life.
This workshop will tantalise all your senses as you will be able to see, touch, smell and (of course!) taste, authentic Indian chai. Uppma will deliver this class in a fun, open and comfortable approach for you to learn all about chai; the beloved national drink of India.

Upcoming dates for Learn the Art of Chai Class

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 9 Oct 2026, 6:01am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 29 Nov 2026 and 29 Nov 2026.

  • Sun 29 Nov 2026, 11am-1:30pm
What you'll get
  • Samples of our signature chai blend to take home.
  • Snacks to enjoy during the workshop - please advise any dietary requirements.
  • Learning resources.
  • The Art of Chai completion certificate.
  • Chai Making Box (If you would like to share a box with a friend, please select "Additional Attendee No Kit" as an add on when you book tickets)
What you'll get in your Chai Making Box
In your chai making box (valued at $90) you will receive all the tools you require to make a mean cup of masala chai, including:
  • 1 x 11 spice chai 100g bag
  • 1 x turmeric latte mini bag
  • 1 x caffeine-free 11 spice chai mini bag
  • 1 x lemongrass chai mini bag
  • 1 x golden chai mini bag
  • 1 x chai strainer
  • 1 x jaggery 100g (Indian natural sugar)
  • 1 x chai dessert recipe cards
  • 1 x bookmark
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Knowledge required
No skills needed, just a desire to learn about all things chai!
What to bring
  • A notebook
  • A pen/pencil
  • A bottle of water
Add-ons available for this class
  • Additional Attendee (No Kit) ($120)
  • Chai Syrup 250mL ($26)
  • Chai Candle ($28)
  • Chai Lover Pack: 6 x 20 serves of our best blends ($90)
  • Chai Infused Chocolate Bar (Australian Made) ($15)
  • Chai Natural Infused Soap (Australian Made) ($10)
  • Stainless Steel Chai Pot: Highly Recommended ($50)
  • Sticky Honey Chai 250g (Aus Made) ($34)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Chai Walli - 15/97-107 Canterbury Road, Kilsyth VIC

Your teacher can also travel within 50 kms of Kilsyth, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Recent reviews of Learn the Art of Chai Class

  • 5/5 from Frances Caile, attended May 2026: Teacher was energetic and passionate. Pre and post class follow-up was excellent, and responded to individual participant interests, too. Content on history of chai and herb uses interesting and memorable. Practiced making several chai tea blends. Nice nibbles included for tasting. Even troubleshooting tips. Looking forward to developing my own blend with the big box of sample teas. Highly recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Hedge, attended May 2026: I really enjoyed my class with you Uppma. I loved how passionate you were about good Chai. It was interesting to hear about the different tea regions and what each spice added to the final brew. The class, being small with just 5 people, made it more personal. It was good that we were all able to make a Chai. They were all very enjoyable. I now feel more confident to try making my own blend. Thank you.
  • 5/5 from Jess Dandelion Mitchell, attended May 2026: Our instructor was exceptionally knowledgeable and perfectly balanced providing technical information, historical context and personal stories that really brought the world of chai to life. The experience was small, intimate and hands on so you really got focused attention. We were exceptionally pleasantly surprised with the generous quantity of sample items included in our packs. We came to the experience wanting to learn to make our own chai blends but came out with a whole new appreciation of the history and cultural significance of masala chai. Would highly recommend this experience to anyone who loves chai!
  • 5/5 from Naomee Cricelli, attended Sep 2025: The Chai masterclass was a fantastic experience and Uppma was simply lovely.
  • 4/5 from Loren Atkinson, attended Sep 2025: The class was very informative and personable. Time went fast and it felt like catching up with old friends over a cuppa. Thank you.
  • 5/5 from Felicity Penwell, attended Jun 2024: Loved attending the chai tea making class!! I learnt about the history or tea, spices and above all how to brew my own chai at home. Uppma was so welcoming and knowledgeable. A great way to meet friends and spend a chilly Sat morning :-)
  • 5/5 from Dominique Theunissen, attended Apr 2023: What an amazing workshop. As a chai (latte) lover and loyal follower of Chai Walli's Instagram page, it was really cool to have a look behind the scenes of this beautiful company. Especially since I'm travelling here from Europe and they made sure the course fit right in with my travels! Uppma was a lovely host and has a wealth of knowledge to share about the history, tradition, and serving of chai. The location is beautiful and easily reacheable from the city by bus. It's well worth the money, especially considering the amount of goodies we were given at the beginning of the class.
  • 5/5 from Nicole McIlvenna, attended Apr 2023: Fantastic way to learn more about the history, sources, and flavours of chai in a friendly and relaxed environment. Loved it.
  • 5/5 from Julie Bidwell, attended Apr 2023: Great teacher Great workshop! Great tasting
  • 5/5 from Mal Pheng, attended May 2022: Uppma was fantastic and so down to earth. I found the class informative, incredibly relatable and very enjoyable! I enjoyed the chai and now learnt how I can correct my chai brewing at home Thank you and thank you for the chai chat xx it was a class that felt like a catch up with a friend!
Your teacher

Chai Walli
Chai Walli

5.0 (66)
female Women-owned

Uppma is the granddaughter of an Ayurvedic doctor who specialised in herbs and spices. She is a first generation Indian Australian migrant who left her career as a lawyer to follow her passion to share her ancient family recipes with the world.
Frustrated with the lack of authenticity, she started Chai Walli to educate people on the genuine beauty of Indian teas and spices that her grandfather gifted her with.
Uppma grew up with her mother’s love of cooking ingrained in her veins. She uses her innate senses to balance spices according to their Ayurvedic elements and teach others the Art of Chai.
Leading a team of passionate individuals, Uppma runs her small Australian business with deep values. All the blends are formulated and created by Uppma using her love of natural wholesome ingredients and family recipes.
We are grateful that we can share our ritual of chai and our art of creating beautiful blends with you. Thank you for choosing to support artisan makers like us. Your love for quality handcrafted products means that we get to share cultural heritage and age old techniques in a modern light with you and many others.
We care deeply about the suppliers we work with. We choose to have a tea farm to tea cup policy, which allows us to support some truly amazing tea estates in India producing organic and fair trade teas.
Our humble beginnings started with Uppma blending spices in her parent’s basement recreating her grandfather’s blends. Today, we are proud to have several award winning and well renowned masala chai and spice blends which are experienced by our amazing customers all around the world.
So come, join Uppma, Australia's leading educator in all things flavour, spice and tea.

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