I’ve been using the Loka Chai Maker and overall, I love it. First off, it looks beautiful on the counter. It’s thoughtfully designed and visually striking. I did run into a few issues at the start, mainly with the strainer. I didn’t realize it needed to be pushed firmly into position, so it kept falling out. Once I figured that out, I saw that the problem was on my end, not a design flaw.

For someone like me who has no patience for making chai the traditional way with pots and cleanup, this device has been a game changer. It actually makes chai-making fun. I especially enjoy watching the fountain of chai roll up when it reaches the right temperature.

It’s not perfect. If you don’t keep an eye on it, it can boil over. And cleaning the strainer takes more effort than I’d like, though I’m not sure there’s a better way to design that. Still, these are small trade-offs for the convenience and joy it brings.

There is still room for improvement, but for anyone who makes chai regularly, this is a big step forward and a really nice addition to your routine. I’m very happy with this purchase and would definitely recommend it.