Calcutta Street CTC Chai

The cardamom and clove hit you before you even take a sip, which is exactly what I remember from the stalls in Calcutta. I've been making it with half milk and half water and it's become my nightly ritual.

Brewed a cup first thing this morning and the aroma alone took me straight back to a Kolkata street corner—that mix of strong CTC and warm spices is spot on. The spice hits just right without drowning out the tea itself, and it stands up beautifully to milk and sugar. I've already finished half the

Stepped off the train after a long day and one sip of this took me right back to a rainy Kolkata evening. The CTC base is strong enough to handle the milk and sugar I add, and that street chaiwala spice kick lingers just the right amount.