Explore India's diverse tea varieties as we introduce you to distinct types from different regions.
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Darjeeling Tea
With a pale gold and light amber colour the tea is found in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal. It is enjoyed for its floral taste without milk and sugar.
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Kangra Tea
Kangra, a district in Himachal Pradesh has two kinds of tea, green and black. The former is consumed pure, while adding milk to the latter is optional.
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Kashmiri Kahwa
Originating from the northern union territory of India, this tea is enjoyed without milk but is infused with a blend of cardamom, almonds and saffron.
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Nilgiri Tea
For a brisk and refreshing taste try this tea from a mountain range spanning across Tamil Nadu and Kerala. It has a bright golden colour
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Munnar Tea
Grown in the Munnar region of Kerala this tea is usually consumed black. Sometimes cardamom and ginger are added to it.
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Nilgiri Tea
Like Kangra green tea this tea is enjoyed on its own. It also has a floral fragrance and is pale yellow in colour.
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Assam Tea
Grown in the north-eastern state of assam, this tea is popular for its strong, quick and malty taste. The tea has a reddish-brown colour. Milk and sugar are usually added to it.