SWEET CHAI OF MINE TEA

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A combination of black tea, aromatic spices and a fiery kick that really rocks.

 

Oh, oh, oh… Sweet Chai of Mine. This warming, rich and aromatic blend brings a classic right up to date, with a hint of the spice of the moment, turmeric.

 

The Twist

Create a Sweet Chai Latte by simmering in milk for 3 minutes, or brewing in a third of a cup of boiling water and topping with frothy milk.

 

Brewing Instructions

Add boiling water and infuse for 3-5 minutes. Best served with milk and sugar or honey.

 

Ingredients

Indian Assam Black Tea, Spices (45%) (Ginger, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Aniseed, Cloves, Black Peppercorns, Chilli)

 

A combination of black tea, aromatic spices and a fiery kick that really rocks.

Microcaddy - 3 teabags
Microcaddy - 12g loose leaf
Caddy - 15 teabags
Caddy - 100g loose leaf
Regular Caddy - 50 teabags
Regular Caddy - 200g looseleaf
Small Refill - 15 teabags
Small Refill - 50g loose leaf
Medium Refill - 50 teabags
Medium Refill - 200g loose leaf
Large Refill - 100 teabags
Large Refill - 400g loose leaf

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Chai definition

Chai, or spiced tea, became popular in South Asia in the early twentieth century.  It is made from boiling black tea, ideally a full-bodied type such as Assam, in milk and water with spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger and peppercorns.  The word chai is the Hindi word for tea.

 

What is black tea?

After water, black tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world. Black tea is a drink made from the oxidised leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant.  First discovered in China, tea is now grown in several tropical regions across the world. Sweet Chai of Mine contains Indian Assam black tea.

 

What is Indian Assam tea?

Assam tea is tea grown in the Assam region of India. Bordered by Bangladesh and Bhutan, the region has a climate ideal for tea production: cool, dry winters, and a warm, humid rainy season.  Widely considered to be of a very high quality, Assam tea is often used in popular ‘everyday’ tea blends as it has a rich, full-bodied taste.

 

What are the benefits of black tea?

Aside from being the perfect drink to be consumed in just about any situation you could think of, a simple cup of black tea can also have some amazing health benefits:

  • Heart health – animal studies have shown that an antioxidant present in black tea called theaflavin can help reduce cholesterol, thereby supporting your heart health.
  • Blood sugar – theaflavin also helps to lower blood sugar levels, good news for those at risk of diabetes.
  • Gut health – black tea has antimicrobial properties that can help improve your gut health, thereby strengthening your immune system.
  • Anti-cancer properties – the polyphenols contained in black tea are thought to reduce the risk of developing cancer as they can have an inhibiting effect on cancerous cells.
  • Energy boosting – black tea also contains an amino acid called L-theanine. L-theanine has been proven to help focus as it facilitates alpha activity within the brain. It is one of the main reasons as to why it is often reported that tea gives a more stable boost of energy in comparison to coffee.

 

Are there any side effects of black tea?

Black tea naturally contains the stimulant caffeine.  Excessive consumption (more than 4-5 cups per day) may result in symptoms including jitteriness, headache, difficulty in sleeping or an irregular heartbeat. If you think you may be sensitive to caffeine, or if you are pregnant, we recommend that you consult your healthcare professional about the quantity of black tea you should consume.

 

What does Sweet Chai of Mine taste like?

Like traditional chai, Sweet Chai of Mine warms the tip of the tongue, particularly with the addition of chilli. Delicious Sweet Chai of Mine is delicious when served topped with frothy milk and sweetened with a little sugar or honey.

 

Blends with Benefits

Every Twist Tea blend is created from the finest, ethically sourced whole-leaf ingredients.  Our plastic free Sweet Chai of Mine tea bags are hand blended in the UK and hand packed in plastic free packaging.  What sets us apart from the competition are the functional herbs, botanicals and spices added to many of our blends reputed to offer health and wellbeing benefits.

 

Brewing Instructions

Add boiling water and infuse for 3-5 minutes. Best served with milk and sugar or honey.

 

Ingredients

Indian Assam Black Tea, Spices (45%) (Ginger, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Aniseed, Cloves, Black Peppercorns, Chilli)

 

Dietary Information

No added sugar, gluten free, soya free, vegetarian, wheat free, dairy free.

 

Allergen Information

Packed in an environment that contains nuts.

 

Can’t get enough of chai? View our other chai blends. 

Are you a commercial customer and wish to order Sweet Chai of Mine in bulk?  Please visit our trade page for more information.


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