Masala CTC chai by Swachh Tea
Irani Chai
The tea works out to about ₹3.6 a cup. Inclusive of all taxes.
Hyderabadi-style chai with cardamom, star anise, black pepper, cinnamon and clove. Made for Osmania biscuits.
Dispatched from Siliguri within 24 hours. Usually delivered in 3 to 7 days.
- Cash on delivery across India
- Free shipping across India
- Tasted three times before we buy it
Make it a chai trio
Irani Chai + Premium CTC Chai + Strong Elaichi Chai
Three cups for three moods, one pack each.
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Masala chai
About Irani Chai
Irani Chai is a masala chai from Swachh Tea: CTC tea already blended with cardamom, black pepper, star anise, cinnamon and cloves. Brew it like plain chai and the masala comes with it. A 250g pack makes about 100 cups, at about ₹3.6 a cup.
At a glance
- Type
- Masala chai: CTC black tea blended with spices
- What's in it
- CTC tea, cardamom, black pepper, star anise, cinnamon and cloves
- Tastes
- Rich and aromatic, cardamom and star anise over a gentle pepper warmth
- Best for
- Hyderabadi-style chai with Osmania biscuits.
- Pack
- 250g, about 100 cups (₹3.6 a cup)
- Caffeine
- Yes, it's black tea
- Origin
- Tea from Assam and the Dooars, packed in Siliguri, West Bengal
In the cup
What's in Irani Chai
Rich and aromatic, cardamom and star anise over a gentle pepper warmth.
- CTC teaThe strong base that holds its colour through milk
- CardamomSweet, cooling fragrance
- Black pepperA gentle bite at the back of the throat
- Star aniseSweet, liquorice-like warmth
- CinnamonSoft, woody sweetness
- ClovesDeep, lingering warmth
- Strength
- Strong
- Spice
- Warm
- Fragrance
- Fragrant
Best for: Hyderabadi-style chai with Osmania biscuits.
The 4-minute method
How to make Irani Chai
On the stove, for one 150ml cup. Strong, coppery, and the same every time.
- Boil 75ml of water, at a rolling boil.
- Simmer 2.5g of tea, about a level teaspoon, for two minutes, until the granules open.
- Add milk, 75ml, and simmer two minutes more.
- Finish with sugar in the last minute, then strain and pour.
Tip for Irani ChaiUse a little more milk and give it an extra minute on a low flame for the creamy Irani-cafe cup.
How much for how many?
Pick the number of cups.
- Water
- 150ml
- Milk
- 150ml
- Tea
- 5gabout 2 level teaspoons
- Time
- 4 min2 before the milk, 2 after
At 2 cups a day, 250g of tea lasts about 50 days, at about ₹7.2 a day.
The maths
Tapri-strong chai at home, for about ₹3.6 a cup.
₹15–30
A glass of chai at the tapri
₹3.6
The tea in a cup of Irani Chai
Our figure is the tea only, at 2.5g for a 150ml cup. Milk and sugar are on top.
Order the way you like.
Pay online or with cash on delivery. Shipping is free on every order. Orders leave Siliguri within 24 hours, and you can ask us anything about Irani Chai on WhatsApp.
- Cash on delivery across India
- Free shipping on every order
- Dispatched from Siliguri within 24 hours
- Usually delivered in 3 to 7 days
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From Siliguri
Who makes Irani Chai
Swachh Tea is the consumer brand of Palak Tea Co., tea sourcers and graders in Siliguri, the town the Assam and Dooars tea trade runs through.
We buy from more than 400 gardens, and every lot is tasted three times before it's bought: as a garden sample, when it's offered, and once more before purchase. The same team supplies cafés, hotels and distributors across India.
35+ years in the tea trade. FSSAI licensed and ISO 9001:2015 certified.
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Questions about Irani Chai
What is Irani Chai?
Irani Chai is a masala chai from Swachh Tea: CTC tea already blended with cardamom, black pepper, star anise, cinnamon and cloves. Brew it like plain chai and the masala comes with it. A 250g pack makes about 100 cups, at about ₹3.6 a cup.
What does Irani Chai taste like?
Rich and aromatic, cardamom and star anise over a gentle pepper warmth. Strength: strong. Spice: warm. Fragrance: fragrant. Best for: Hyderabadi-style chai with Osmania biscuits.
What is in Irani Chai?
CTC tea, cardamom, black pepper, star anise, cinnamon and cloves. The full ingredient list is printed on the pack.
How do I make Irani Chai?
For one 150ml cup, boil 75ml of water, simmer 2.5g of tea (about a level teaspoon) in it for two minutes, add 75ml of milk and simmer two minutes more, then add sugar in the last minute and strain. Use a little more milk and give it an extra minute on a low flame for the creamy Irani-cafe cup.
Do I need to add my own spices?
No. The cardamom, black pepper, star anise, cinnamon and cloves are already blended with the tea, so brew it exactly like plain chai.
How many cups does a 250g pack make?
About 100 cups at 2.5g a cup, so the tea in each cup costs about ₹3.6. A glass of chai at the tapri costs ₹15 to ₹30.
Does Irani Chai contain caffeine?
Yes. It is made with black tea, so it contains caffeine, like any regular cup of chai.
Is cash on delivery available, and how fast is delivery?
Yes. Cash on delivery is available across India for a small fee, shown at checkout, and we confirm every cash on delivery order with you by phone or WhatsApp before it ships. Orders are dispatched from Siliguri within 24 hours and usually arrive in 3 to 7 days. Shipping is free on every order.
How should I store Irani Chai?
Keep the pack sealed in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and strong smells, and close it tightly after every use.
Who makes Irani Chai?
Swachh Tea, the consumer brand of Palak Tea Co., a tea sourcing and grading business in Siliguri, West Bengal, built on 35+ years in the Assam and Dooars tea trade. Every lot is tasted three times before it is bought.
Osmania biscuits not included.
Irani Chai, ₹360 for about 100 cups. Cash on delivery and free shipping.