Did you know that 15th December is celebrated as International Tea Day by many nations, including India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Vietnam, and Indonesia?
Tea is a love language spoken all around the world. In India, tea is almost as sacred as religion. You will seldom find any household that does not start their day with a cup of Garam Chai!
So today we have gathered the best unique takes on Indian chai for you! Let’s begin-
Kesar Masala Chai
Do you know saffron/Kesar is the costliest of spices? The combination of Kesar, cloves, ginger, and cardamom gives this chai a distinct orange colour along with the ability to subdue symptoms of anxiety!
Golden Turmeric Chai
Turmeric is without a doubt one of the wonders of this world. With a plethora of benefits, Indians have been consuming this as medicine for a long time. Golden Turmeric chai is packed with soothing, earthy and delicious flavours. This is also a great way to inculcate Turmeric into your diet!
Kashmiri Noon Chai
Rich, creamy, and buttery are not your usual words to describe a chai, but Kashmiri Noon chai is one of a kind! This pink concoction has a heavenly aroma and originates from the beautiful land of Kashmir. A cup of noon chai is nothing short of a milky dessert, packed with a comforting taste and texture!
Sulaimani Chai
This tea originated in the Arab regions and was popularised in present-day Kerela. The ancient recipe for Sulaimani tea calls for just four ingredients: black tea, cardamom, cloves, and lemon. This simple combination of spices creates a refreshing and invigorating beverage that is perfect for any time of day!
There are many more Indian chai types you can explore such as the classic ginger-tulsi chai or maybe you are into chai latte! There are endless experiments you can d with tea and what better day to do it than International Tea Day!