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ROYAL TEA TO FACE WINTERS - KASHMIRI KAHWA

Best for Winters! Kashmiri Kahwa is an aromatic green tea infused with unique and delicate flavors of whole Indian spices like cardamom, cinnamon, clove, richness of roasted almond, pristine saffron and rose petals. Completely handcrafted and full of antioxidants, Kahwa is known for it’s detoxifying properties. 

ORIGIN OF KAHWA 

In ancient times, it was also popular as Emperor’s Tea. While its exact origins are unclear, Kahwa tea leaves are said to have come to Kashmir through the Spice Route, which Kashmir was a central point of. Many believe that it originated during the Kushan empire in the first and second century AD. It's ingredients are from various places: Green Tea from Darjeeling, Saffron from Kashmir, Cardamom, Clove, Ginger and Cinnamon from Kerala and Rose petals from Rajasthan in India.

TASTE OF KAHWA 

Kahwa is all about exotic spices and classic taste. This aromatic Kashmiri tea has a mildly spicy and sweet taste and an aftertaste of cinnamon. If served with Crushed almonds or rose petals toppings, it’s taste can be enhanced more. Kashmiri kahwa is a soul warming Himalayan valley drink that resonates Indian flavors. 

BENEFITS OF KASHMIRI KAHWA TEA

  • Detoxifies body 
  • Immunity Boosting 
  • Reduces stress 
  • Energy Boost 
  • Cures Common Cold 
  • Improves Heart Health 
  • Promotes Skin Glow Weight Management 
Kahwa is known to help with digestion and improve issues like digestive tract inflammation and constipation. Traditionally, it is served to people after heavy meals to reduce cholesterol and aid digestion. Regularly consuming this tea can help the operations of the intestinal tract and prevent digestion problems.

HOW TO PREPARE KASHMIRI KAHWA TEA

For making this comforting warm drink follow below given easy steps 

1. Bring 4 cups (about 1 liter) water to a boil in a saucepan. Toss in cinnamon and dried rose petals; stir. Add saffron and boil for about 2 minutes. 

 2. Add kahwa green tea, turn heat to low, stir, and then turn heat off. Allow to steep / brew for 3 to 5 minutes. 

3. In the meanwhile, equally divide the garnish – almonds and saffron – and place in 6 cups or glasses. Pour hot tea over the garnish and serve immediately, along with optional sugar for those who want to sweeten their kashmiri kahwa tea. 

Serves: 6, Cook: 4min

With every sip of Kashmiri Kahwa, one encounters the age-old culture of Kashmir, the flavours and textures of this breathtakingly beautiful place, coming through in this equally amazing tea.  

HOW TO STORE HERBAL TEA KAHWA

A well-sealed container kept in a cool dry place is best. Keep it stored in the foil pouch in the tea tin or transfer to an airtight container. Make sure the container is kept in cool dark place. If not consumed immediately, you should store it in the refrigerator. When stored properly, loose tea should have a shelf-life of about two years, also check on the expiry date. 

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