Monsoon and chai go hand-in-hand, and with heavy downpours outside, our craving for a hot cup of chai is stronger than ever before. Brewed to perfection, tea comforts us from within and helps us enjoy the rhythmic rainfall even more. But if you notice, you will find people having their unique preferences when it comes to tea.
While some like the kadak masala chai, others enjoy first-flush tea without milk or sugar. Then there are choices as per region and state - in Hyderabad, people go gaga over Irani chai, whereas Kashmiris enjoy their kahwa throughout the year. Amidst such diversity, we have often seen people getting confused between kahwa and masala tea, especially the ones made without milk.
While we agree that the use of common masalas can leave you confused, if you observe closely, there are striking differences between the two. Today, we will take you through a few of these differences, putting an end to your confusion once and for all. But before that, let's find out the basic similarities between the two beverages.
What Are the Similarities Between Kashmiri Kahwa and Masala Tea? Kahwa finds its roots in Kashmir, whereas masala tea is a very popular drink in various parts of India. If you try both beverages together, you will notice two major similarities - in terms of spices and health benefits. Similarity 1: Spices Both kahwa and masala tea have a strong usage of cinnamon and cardamom.
In both recipes, these spices add a rich aroma and a sweet taste to the teas. Si.