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Each 2.82 oz Tin makes 16-20 servings.
As sprawling and diverse as India is, you’ll find every Indian family and community bonding over a steaming pot of masala chai. That’s the beauty of this blend; it’s a beverage, a rite of passage, an experience. Welcome every morning, with an aromatic and fierce cup of kadak (strong) chai and handpicked spices sourced from the misty rolling hills of Assam. For many, Herbs & Kettles Masala Chai has become a staple, a wonderful, delicious cup they wake up with or an afternoon refresher - it’s chai all day long!
Black tea, ginger, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon and black pepper
High-Moderate
Learn how to make an authentic cup of Masala Chai with founder Poorvi Chordia, where the aromatic spices blend perfectly with black tea to create a comforting and flavorful beverage experience.
Mix 1 cup Water (8 fl oz or 240 ml) with ½ cup Milk/Milk substitute (4 fl-oz or 120 ml) in a saucepan and bring to a boil
Add 2-3 teaspoons (4-6 g) of loose leaf tea and reduce heat
Simmer for 3-5 mins
Our Masala Chai is made of Assam black tea of a single origin blended with chai spices from different parts of India.
Immune Support: Chai spices like ginger and cardamom help boost your immune system.
Aids Digestion: Ingredients like ginger and black pepper promote gut health.
Anti-Inflammatory: Spices like cinnamon reduce inflammation in the body.
Heart Health: Black tea antioxidants support cardiovascular wellness.
Natural Energy: A balanced caffeine boost without the jitters.
Stress Relief: The L-theanine in tea and aromatic spices help calm the mind and reduce stress.Meet
The mighty Chaiwala Tiger calls India its homeground, with almost 70% of the world population contained within its dense forests. Historically hunted for its prized skin, its population is steadily increasing after poaching was curbed.
As chai is just one of my favorite teas, I love how all chais are different in aroma and taste depending on the location it was harvested. The cloves in this chai is stronger than others (I prefer less clove/floral flavor). But it’s still tolerable.
This had a strong spicy and sharp aroma, to me, due to the heavier ginger emphasis in this blend. Once I tasted it with milk and sugar, I feel like it’s almost completely balanced, with the ginger still being the most prominent note, but not in as sharp of a way. I plan to try this as a boiled-in-milk method later, but for today’s comparisons by cup, I made it like a typical CTC black tea, then added a bit of cool milk.
I like my chai sweetened and always with some milk, milk alternative, or creamer, so I added a bit of milk and the same amount of sugar. I liked the tea strength and overall spice profile with those additions.
I really appreciated the omission of star anise, fennel, and licorice from this blend.
Masala Chai
I truly enjoyed the masala chai. It reminded me of home. I love making my own but when you get busy it gets harder to do. I have been looking for something that is quicker for awhile and Herbs and Kettles is it. No other Chai comes close. It is a fantastic product and I am planning on using them for a long time to come!
These teas are authentic, excellent quality and come in the most beautiful packaging. As a big chai lover, I definitely recommend
Masala chai is a blend of black crush, tear, and curl (CTC) tea and spices. The spices do differ in different regions of India but commonly used ones are ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, star anise, fennel, clove and black pepper. Read more about - All About The Feel Good Drink - Chai
Although rumor has it that the origins of chai can be traced back 5000-9000 years ago to an Indian king who ordered a traditional healing beverage to be made using Ayurveda herbs and spices, chai was not a beverage popularly consumed in India until it was colonized by the British and the East Indian Company started to manufacture and trade in tea. Initially the tea was just exported to Britain and available for a few elite in India, but with the Great Depression that started in 1929, there was decrease in tea sales in Britain and so the East India Company decided to popularize tea in India. This lead to the development of CTC and then over time Indians started adding spices and milk to the tea that lead to the evolution of Masala Chai.
In addition to black CTC tea other spices include ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, star anise, fennel, etc. Every household and state in India has their own special recipe.
Make sure the chai blend has a good quality CTC, which depends on the grade and also is single origin, directly sourced and fresh. Ensure that the ingredients are natural and not artificial flavoring. Our masala chai has real ginger, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon and black pepper. As compared to other brands, our masala chai blend is rich in ginger and cardamom and has lower quantities of cinnamon ensuring a beautiful zesty and aromatic blend.
Masala Chai is traditionally made over a stove top. If you wish to steep your chai, take 2-3 teaspoons (4-6g) of our masala chai blend and insert it in a disposable tea bag or tea infuser and place it in 4-6 fl-oz of boiling water in a tea cup. Steep for 4-5 minutes and remove the chai masala tea bag or infuser. Add a dash of milk and sugar if desired. If you are looking for chai tea bags, take a look at our Blue Chai which has butterfly blue pea flowers, chai spices and is caffeine-free.
Yes, masala chai contains caffeine. The basic ingredient of masala chai is black tea, which naturally contains caffeine. The caffeine content in masala chai varies depending on factors like the type of black tea used and the brewing process. Still, it generally contains moderate levels of caffeine which is approximately 50-60 g/cup.
Masala chai has a rich and complex flavor profile characterized by spices commonly used in masala chai, such as cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and black pepper. These spices infuse the tea with a delightful blend of earthy, spicy, and slightly sweet notes, creating a comforting and aromatic beverage. The black tea provides a bold and slightly astringent base, which balances well with the warmth and depth of the spices. Overall, masala chai offers a harmonious blend of soothing and refreshing flavors, making it a beloved beverage many enjoy.
Chai, or "tea" in Hindi, refers to the traditional Indian beverage made from brewed black tea leaves, milk, sugar, and various spices like cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. It is a staple drink in Indian culture and is enjoyed throughout the day. On the other hand, masala chai specifically refers to spiced tea, where "masala" translates to "spice blend" in Hindi. Masala chai includes all the components of traditional chai but adds these aromatic spices, giving it a more robust and flavorful profile. So, while chai denotes the general concept of tea, masala chai emphasizes explicitly the inclusion of spices, adding complexity and depth to the beverage.
