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Nutritional Values
90kcal
3gProtein
15gCarbs
2gFat
—Fibre
250 mlServing
* Per serving · 250 ml. May vary.
Taj Mahal Tea
How to order / say it
Say it
ताज महल चाय — [taaj ma-hul chaai]
Order
I'd like the Taj Mahal Tea, please.
Locally
ताज महल चाय देना, कृपया।
Say locally
Special masala tea blend inspired by Agra's iconic monument.
Why try it?
Sipping Taj Mahal Tea connects you with the essence of Agra, blending spices reminiscent of the city's rich history and the Taj Mahal's royal legacy.
How it tastes
Infused with rich spices like cardamom and cinnamon, the tea offers a warming aroma and robust flavor that invigorates the senses.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
Taj Mahal Tea was popularized as a tribute to Agra's Taj Mahal, combining Indian tea culture with locally loved spices, becoming an iconic brew by the late 19th century.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 10 g black tea leaves
- 🧂 3 pods cardamom
- 🧂 1 stick cinnamon stick
- 🥛 200 ml milk
- 🍯 30 g sugar
- 300 ml water
Method
- 1 Boil water with spices and tea leaves.
- 2 Add milk and sugar; simmer until fragrant.
- 3 Strain and serve hot.
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