Form
Loose leaf
Leaf
Chai
Brew temp
212°F
Steep time
3-5 min
The verdict
Where this pick fits.
CTC Assam base blended with cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, and ginger at the source in India. Brews dark and spiced in three minutes. Built to take milk — the Assam base punches through dairy without going quiet. The chai that tastes like the recipe, not the marketing.
Blended at the source. CTC Assam that punches through milk without flinching. It earned its spot in our lineup by solving the stage it's supposed to solve — without pretending to solve every stage after it.
Quick take
- Best for: chai latte, milk tea, cold mornings
- Format: Loose leaf
- Leaf: Chai
- Caffeine: high
Best for
Where it earns its keep.
- · chai latte
- · milk tea
- · cold mornings
Common questions
Before you pour.
Is the Vahdam India's Original Masala Chai Loose Leaf worth it? +
CTC Assam base blended with cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, and ginger at the source in India. Brews dark and spiced in three minutes. Built to take milk — the Assam base punches through dairy without going quiet. The chai that tastes like the recipe, not the marketing. We keep it in the lineup for chai latte and milk tea.
How much caffeine is in Vahdam India's Original Masala Chai Loose Leaf? +
It sits in the high range, which is typical for chai tea. A longer steep pulls more caffeine; pull it early in the 3-5 min window to keep the cup lighter.
What water temperature and steep time does Vahdam India's Original Masala Chai Loose Leaf need? +
Brew at 212°F for 3-5 min. Our brewing guide has the full method, ratio, and water notes.
Where can you buy the Vahdam India's Original Masala Chai Loose Leaf? +
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