STEVEN SMITH TEAMAKER-MASALA CHAI

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📌 Today's record : [Black Tea] STEVEN SMITH TEAMAKER-MASALA CHAI

Brand : STEVEN SMITH TEAMAKER

Product Name : MASALA CHAI

Tea Category : Black Tea

Caffeine or not : Contains

Time : 3 minutes 30 seconds

Water temperature : 90 degrees

Main ingredients : Assam Black Tea 75.86%, Ginger 6.16%, Cinnamon 5.88%, Black Pepper 5%, Cardamom 5%, Cloves 1.42%, Black Pepper Oil 0.26%, Cardamom Oil 0.21%, Clove Oil 0.21% 

Impression : A tea that exudes comfort from the first whiff.

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Steven Smith Teamaker’s Masala Chai comes in eco-friendly bulk tea bags, free from plastic, adhesives, staples, and nylon.

Looking at the tasting notes from Steven Smith Teamaker, it’s clear that ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom are the stars of this blend. Masala Chai is a spiced tea that tends to evoke strong reactions, as it uses bold, aromatic ingredients that can be divisive, particularly in Korea, where such intense flavors are less common.

For the best experience, they recommend brewing the tea in freshly boiled water for up to 5 minutes. However, I find that steeping it for the full 5 minutes often results in a flavor that’s too strong, both in taste and bitterness. If you prefer a milder masala chai, I suggest steeping it like a regular black tea for around 3 minutes.

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Each Smith tea bag is numbered, and there's always a hidden message on the packaging wings, making each cup a little more fun. I encourage you to look for this secret message every time you enjoy a cup.

Secret Message from No. 33:

"Take a seat and sip chai to rest easy."

SMITH NUMEROLOGY No. 33

The area code of Calcutta (now Kolkata), India.

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Unlike straight chai tea, this blend can be enjoyed with milk or honey, creating a rich, creamy chai latte. In India, chai often refers to a milk tea flavored with sweet spices, so when traveling there, it’s important to clarify if you want your tea without milk. Otherwise, you'll be served the traditional milky version.

I love brewing a hot, strong chai latte at home, but I often struggle to recreate the rich flavors I get at milk tea shops. After trying to make chai and Earl Grey syrups at home, I’ve come to understand why handmade milk teas are so much more expensive outside—they require a lot of time and effort.

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Smith Tea's No. 33 Masala Chai leaves a bold impression with its Assam base, ginger, and pepper. The generously sized tea bag is crafted from a fine, transparent mesh, allowing you to see the contents clearly. The pale bits are ginger, the brown pieces resemble cinnamon and cloves, and the round seeds are likely cardamom.

When you steep the Masala Chai in water heated to 90°C, the rich color quickly infuses. These days, I’ve been enjoying more tea bags rather than collecting tins, since they're convenient, easy to share, and make thoughtful gifts—even if they’re a bit more expensive than loose leaf tea.

Soon, the No. 33 Masala Chai steeps into a deep, dark infusion. Just a sip gives you a warming sensation throughout your body. Even in a short brewing time, the aroma is rich and comforting.

The tea has a dark reddish hue, like rooibos but a bit deeper. It’s clear rather than murky, and it complements my favorite cup so perfectly that I can’t help but admire how well they go together. The ginger isn’t too overpowering, and the clean, crisp taste of Assam shines through the most.

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It’s the kind of tea you want to sip while listening to the sound of rain, holding a warm mug close. Even on warmer days, I find myself reaching for Steven Smith’s Masala Chai when I crave a bold, invigorating moment.

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