Be it summer, winter or any other season, most of us just cannot begin our day without a sip of garma-garam chai! Somehow, this warm cup of tea magically brings ease to our otherwise hectic lives. Be it its soothing aroma or the comforting warmth, chai instantly refreshes us. So if you are a chai-fan like us, then you must try out some unusual teas. There is a wide variety of teas to choose from, but, we have decided to bring a few top favourites to the limelight. Then, get ready to experience the refreshing goddess of wonderful uncommon teas with us:
First on the list is the royal tea of Kashmir- Kashmiri Noon Chai or pink tea/ gulabi chai. This tea is a little salty to taste, vibrant pink and creamy in texture, making it little different from the other varieties of tea. To make Kashmiri Noon Chai, add cardamom seeds to a pan of boiling water along with tea leaves, salt, soda bicarbonate, cinnamon and star anise, then add milk and allow it to boil. Once ready, garnish with chopped pistachios and serve hot.
Next on the list is yet another unmissable traditional tea from Kashmir’s valley - Kahva! Made by infusing green tea with spices such as saffron, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves, Kahva is a classic stress-buster. Usually it is made in a samovar, a metal container traditionally used to heat and boil water, but instead you can make it at home in a kettle. Kahva is a royal treat packed with fragrant and nourishing ingredients, making it a must try. So, serve it hot in typical Kashmiri style with a dollop of honey.
Finally comes a tea that we’ve all heard of - Herbal Tea! Made by brewing stalks of lemongrass, ginger slices, lemon slices, tulsi leaves, cloves, and cardamom pods along with tea powder or tea leaves in water, Herbal Tea has a lot of health benefits. It helps boost your immunity and relieves stress too. So, whether you are a tea fanatic or not, we guarantee you will love each sip of this warm tea.
Now, if you want to explore further then you can try the famous Irani cafe style combo of bun maska and Irani Chai. The thickened milk used to make Irani Chai, makes it rich and extra flavourful. Otherwise you can give Tibetan butter tea or po cha a try. This butter tea is said to be a little salty in flavour and is totally buttery just like the name suggests.Â
To conclude, we hope you enjoy sipping on these uncommon teas which will thereby help you unwind and relax after a tiring day.