Place tea bags in a measuring cup or bowl. If using loose-leaf tea, place in a disposable tea bag or a tea strainer.
2 bags chai tea
Pour boiling water directly over top of the tea.
1 cup boiling water
Let steep for 5 minutes. With a spoon or tongs, lift out the tea bags and squeeze any excess liquid from the tea bags back into the cup. Discard the tea bags.
⅓ cup white sugar, ⅔ cup brown sugar
While still hot, stir in white sugar and brown sugar until dissolved.
Let cool completely. Store in a food-safe, airtight container and use within 1 month.