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From drinking a cup of adrak wali chai to soothe your sore throat to having green tea to stay on top of your diet, tea is one of India's most popularly consumed beverages. Whether you need a quick morning cup of tea to wake up or share some laughs over chai with your friends, family, or colleagues, you must master the art of brewing the perfect tea.
Even though the process, like when to add milk, how much tea leaves to add, the choice of additives, etc, differs from person to person, there are some common mistakes and misconceptions regarding tea. To help you dive deeper into the ideal way to prepare tea, Slurrp talked with the experts at Vikram Tea. Read on for exclusive insights and have the most flavourful and aromatic tea.
The Ideal Way To Make To The Perfect Chai
When it comes to black tea, everyone has their way of preparing it—some prefer a balanced mix of 50% water and 50% milk, while others adjust the ratio to suit their taste. The ideal proportion often remains a personal choice with no fixed rule. For those who enjoy adding milk to their tea, high-fat milk would give a better taste.
The experts at Vikram Tea say, "When we speak about tea quality, tea procured from Assam is usually known to serve the best quality & taste. Therefore, we source all our tea from the gardens of Upper Assam. As a handy rule, you can note that green tea is brewed, not boiled."
Ways To Enhance The Flavour Of Vikram Tea
If you are looking for creative ways to improve your daily tea, here’s something the experts need to say: "We believe that customers should get everything when they look for tea. Therefore, we have created three 100% Natural ingredients for tea."
Vikram Kavach Tea
Made with seven herbs and spices, you experience the harmonious blend of Ayurveda-inspired wellness with our premium tea. The herbs and spices include Tulsi, Ashwagandha, Ginger, Ginseng, Cinnamon, Clove, and Cardamom. Rooted in ancient wisdom and crafted for today’s fast-paced lifestyles, it seamlessly brings the luxury of natural ingredients into your daily tea ritual.
Vikram Elaichi Tea
Since we are the only brand in India that uses 100% real elaichi without any added flavour essence, you don’t need to use any other additives. Using the ‘Sacchi Mucchi Elaichi’ tea, you will surely enhance your cup of tea's flavour, aroma, and nutrient profile.
Masala Tea
Vikram Masala Chai is crafted with 100% natural ingredients and no added essence, offering an authentic, pure taste with every cup. This vibrant blend combines the bold flavours of traditional Indian spices like cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, black pepper, and cardamom, delivering a refreshing and energising experience.
Common Mistakes You Can Avoid While Making Tea
As mentioned above, one of the most common mistakes is the brewing process of green tea. Remember that when brewing green tea (loose-leaf), it’s crucial to maintain the right water temperature, typically between 70°C to 80°C. Using water that’s too hot can result in a bitter, astringent taste due to the over-extraction of catechins (antioxidants) and tannins.
A common misconception is that dust tea is low-quality, especially in urban cities like Mumbai and Pune, where CTC tea is more dominant. However, these are merely different forms of tea and do not determine quality. Tea gardens, from where it is sourced, play a crucial role in determining the quality of tea. A second flush tea sourced from Upper Assam will likely offer good quality. Try 1–3 tea brands using the same proportion of milk and water, then choose the best. Often, people opt for lower-priced tea, compromising on quality.
Finally, the way you store tea can affect its quality as well. You should keep the tea leaves in an air-tight container as the moisture and odour can affect the quality and flavour of the tea.
How To Prevent The Tea From Getting Bitter?
The tea you use in your household may differ from other teas that are considered high quality and require tea leaves in smaller quantities. As a consumer, when you prepare the ‘new tea’ you purchased from a market or any local shop, you usually make it using the same proportion of tea leaves, milk and water. Also, if it tastes bitter or astringent, a consumer may be inclined to stop using that brand. However, it is recommended that you give it a second chance by using a smaller quantity than your usual tea brand and decide on your best judgment.
As for green tea, one of the most common mistakes people make while preparing green tea is to boil and not brew their tea, which leaves a bitter taste. To fix the subtle bitterness, you can try brewing your tea for a shorter period of time. Also, note that the water plays an important role in the taste of your green tea. For the best flavour, you should use filtered water at a cooler temperature.
So, why don’t you avoid these common mistakes and make yourself the finest cup of tea? If you haven’t already, get yourself a pack from Vikram Tea and feel the difference in the aroma, colour, and the overall taste of your chai.
