Chai Green Tea
India — Various
Oxidation: none
Harvest: year-round
Tasting Profile
Green tea with warming chai spices
Fresh green tea with cardamom and ginger
Medium-bodied, spiced
Spiced, green tea finish
Brewing Guide
Temperature
75-85°C
167-185°F
Steep Time
2-4 min
Leaf Amount
2g / 100ml
Max Infusions
2
About This Tea
Chai Green Tea is a distinguished tea originating from Various, India, where the unique combination of soil, climate, and elevation creates ideal conditions for producing this remarkable variety. The leaves are crafted through careful blending and preparation techniques that combine multiple ingredients into a harmonious whole, resulting in a tea that has captivated drinkers for generations with its distinctive character and refined qualities. For centuries, tea artisans in this region have perfected the techniques needed to bring out the best in each leaf, passing down knowledge from master to apprentice through countless generations.
A well-prepared cup of Chai Green Tea is a multisensory experience. The fragrance immediately conveys green tea with warming chai spices, while the palate encounters fresh green tea with cardamom and ginger. Experienced tea drinkers often note how the flavor evolves as the tea cools, revealing new dimensions of taste with each sip. In terms of stimulation, Chai Green Tea is moderate in caffeine with 25-40 mg per cup, providing gentle alertness without the jitters.
India is one of the world's largest tea producers, with a tea culture that blends ancient Ayurvedic traditions with colonial-era plantation heritage.
Preparing Chai Green Tea requires attention to temperature and timing. Water at 75°C to 85°C brings out the best qualities of the leaf, while steeping for 2 to 4 minutes achieves the ideal balance of flavor and body. A ratio of 2.0g per 100ml of water is recommended. With up to 2 possible infusions, each cup provides a new opportunity to appreciate the nuances of this exceptional tea.
The appeal of Chai Green Tea in contemporary tea culture reflects a broader movement toward mindful consumption and appreciation of artisanal products. As more people seek alternatives to mass-produced beverages, teas like Chai Green Tea offer an authentic connection to terroir, tradition, and taste. Each cup tells a story — of the land where the leaves were grown, the hands that processed them, and the centuries of knowledge that guided every step of their journey from garden to cup.
Health Benefits
Caffeine Deep Dive
compared to coffee (95 mg)
Based on the FDA guideline of 400 mg/day, you can safely drink up to 12 cups per day.
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Pairs Well With
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Nutrition Facts
Per 240ml serving
Per 240ml serving
| Calories | 2 kcal |
| Caffeine | 25-40 mg |
| L-Theanine | 10-18 mg |
| Polyphenols | 50-150 mg |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0.4 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Potassium | 20 mg |
| Magnesium | 3 mg |
| Calcium | 3 mg |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
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