Tag: Tea spices

Over 66% of India's population consumes chai regularly, but the drink they know as 'chai' is often quite different from the 'spiced chai' or 'chai latte' found in Western coffee shops. This distinction arises from a blend of cultural context, linguistic interpretation, and a traditional Indian beverage's evolution into a global phenomenon. The key lies in understanding that while 'chai' simply means 'tea', 'spiced chai' refers to a specific, aromatic mixture known in India as 'masala chai'.

Over 80% of India's tea production is consumed domestically, with much of it enjoyed in the spiced milk tea known as Masala Chai. A cup of Indian tea, however, can contain a variety of ingredients far beyond the typical black tea leaf, depending on the region and recipe.