By Shireen Jamooji
Over the centuries, India's tea has been the envy of the whole world. There are so many to choose from and so many regional varieties that every person's tastes are sure to be accounted for. Here are 10 ways tea is enjoyed across India.
Known as the "Champagne of teas," Darjeeling tea is grown in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal. It has a delicate and floral flavor with a hint of astringency.
Grown in the Northeast of India, Assam tea is a strong and robust tea with a malty flavor. It is often used as the base for breakfast teas.
A high-altitude tea from Himachal Pradesh with a light and delicate flavour, reminiscent of Darjeeling tea but with a unique taste of its own.
A spiced tea made with black tea, milk, and a blend of spices like ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves.
A light and refreshing tea with a smooth, mellow flavor and a fruity, floral aroma.
A high-altitude tea from Kerala with a floral and delicate flavor and a clean and medium toned fragrance, often used in blends for iced teas.
A traditional tea from the Kashmir region of India, made with green tea leaves, saffron, cinnamon, cardamom, and other spices.
Also known as Sheer Chai or Pink Tea, it is a popular tea from the Kashmir region made with green tea leaves, baking soda, milk, and salt.
A popular tea from the Iranian and Hyderabadi regions, made with black tea leaves, milk, and sugar. It has a strong and creamy flavour with a hint of cardamom.
A unique tea from the state of Rajasthan, where the tea is heated in a clay pot or tandoor oven to give it a smoky and earthy flavour.