10 Amazing Indian Tea Varieties You Must Try

Zee Media Bureau
Jan 19, 2024

1. Masala Tea

Masala chai is a hotter take on the traditional tea you should try in India. You'll adore this tea which has a blend of spices like nutmeg, fennel, and black pepper.

2. Assam Tea

Assam Tea is a robust black tea variety that you will enjoy for its deep color and malty flavor.

3. Nilgiri Tea

Tamil Nadu's Nilgiri tea is a stunning hot beverage you would like for its flavorful and aromatic qualities.

4. Darjeeling Tea

Darjeeling Tea, also known as the "Champagne of Teas," is a must-try due to its subtle flavour, golden hue, and flowery aroma.

5. Kashmiri Kahwa

For a true taste of Kashmir's hills and valleys, make sure to try Kashmiri Kahwa. The flavors of cardamom, cinnamon, regional saffron, and Kashmiri roses will undoubtedly win you over.

6. Kangra Tea

Try the Kangra tea, which is a Himachal Pradesh specialty. Kangra tea is renowned for its subtle scent and slightly sweet flavor.

7. Sulaimani Chai, Kerala

Kerala's Sulaimani Chai is a must-try sweet-and-sour tea. The ideal Sulaimani chai is made with sugar, lemon zest, and brewed to a bright golden color.

8. Kasai-Kada, Mangalorean tea

You really should put Mangalore's herbal tea, kasai Kada, on your list of must-try Indian teas. It's a flavorful milk beverage with fennel, coriander, and cumin.

9. Lucknow Gulabi Chai

The rose-colored Gulabi Chai, flavored with saffron, kewra, and elaichi, is an opulent beverage that you have to try in India.

10. Karupatti Tea, Tamil Nadu

You really must try Karupatti Tea, a luscious tea variety made with palm jaggery, ginger, peppercorns, and cardamom.

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