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In graphics | The regal history of India’s beloved ‘masala chai’

Indians love their masala chai, especially during winters. This simple, soul-soothing beverage, which now enjoys a global fan base, has evolved over thousands of years and includes countless variations

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FP Explainers|Nov 17, 2023, 17:47:57 IST

For Indians, a cup of tea is a cup of peace.A cup of masala chai in the mornings or to keep you going throughout the day may quickly make things better.India's tea culture is an intricate web of flavours, scents, and customs that have been entrenched in people's daily lives for many years.The history of the "chai" that is available at all cafés and tapri at all times of the day dates back thousands of years.True enough, the drink that is now well-known throughout the world has a long history that includes tales of natural medicines and nobility.Let’s take a closer look.All creatives designed by News18

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First Published:Nov 17, 2023, 17:47:57 IST
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