What is Chai Tea?
In India, “chai” simply means tea. In America and Europe, “chai tea” usually refers to masala chai – a blend of black tea and traditional spices like cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and black pepper.
The base of this spicy tea is referred as black tea – and often Orange Pekoe.
The aromatic Earl Grey, the flowery Jasmine, the tangy Rosehip and Hibiscus, the spiced Masala Chai there is one for everyone. The Black Tea, Green Tea, Herbal Infusions, Detox Teas, Immunity boosting infusions, the whole range of fruit, flower, spices and herbal flavours makes your experience unforgettable.
What is Orange Pekoe?
Orange Pekoe (OP) is a tea grading term, not a flavor or type of tea. It refers to whole-leaf black tea, typically of high quality, often sourced from India or Sri Lanka. The term does not refer to orange flavor, but to the leaf's appearance and size.
Most authentic chai blends, especially high-quality ones (like Tea India’s chai teas), use Orange Pekoe-grade black tea as the base. This grade provides:
Is Chai Tea Good For Sleep?
If you find yourself tossing and turning at night, unable to get to sleep, it’s often recommended that you wind down with a hot beverage before going to bed. But does this work? A hot cup of any liquid can be relaxing, especially on a cold winter’s night, but is chai tea the perfect bedtime brew?
You may be concerned that the caffeine present in chai may make it harder for you to drop off, but caffeine levels are usually not significant enough to disturb your rest.
So although there are no ingredients in a cup of chai tea that will actively promote sleep, the relaxing nature of a steaming mug of orange pekoe tea before bed could be just the ticket for sending you into a deep slumber.
In the world of chai, your spices might bring the aroma—but it’s the quality of the tea that delivers the soul. Tea India’s Orange Pekoe Loose Leaf Tea doesn’t just support your spice blend; it elevates your entire chai experience. With its rich body, smooth texture, and authentic character, it’s the black tea base your kitchen has been waiting for.
Tea Benefits
One of the key benefits of Orange Pekoe tea is heart health.There have been studies which have shown that cinnamon, one of the key ingredients in the drink, can help lower blood pressure and lower cholesterol levels.
Whether you’re brewing for guests, starting your morning, or winding down in the evening, make every cup meaningful. Choose Tea India’s Orange Pekoe—because real chai begins with real tea. Both the cinnamon and the ginger present in chai can also be highly effective at reducing blood sugar levels. Too much sugar in your diet can lead to weight gain, heart problems, or even issues like diabetes, but regular consumption of chai has been shown to increase your body’s insulin resistance and draw sugar out of your blood.