Achieving dual ranks, it also came first in the list of “Best Foods and Drinks in India,” showing how important and well-liked it is in Indian food and culture.
Masala Chai, also known as Chai Masala, has been named the second-best non-alcoholic beverage of 2023 by the online food guide TasteAtlas. Achieving a dual rank, it has also claimed the top spot on the “Best Foods and Drinks in India” list, highlighting its crucial role in Indian cuisine and culture.
Celebrating the win on Instagram, the food guide described the beverage in the caption: “Chai Masala is an aromatic beverage originating from India. It features sweetened black tea and milk, flavored with a masala mix comprising cardamom, ground ginger, cloves, cinnamon, and black peppercorns.”
Talking about its much-debated origin, the guide highlighted the link of the origin with British tea trade. “In the 19th century, the Chinese had a monopoly on the tea trade, and the British looked for other markets that would fulfill the high demand for black tea which was a firm European favorite,” the post explained.
Addressing its debated origin, the guide highlighted its connection to the British tea trade. The post explained, “In the 19th century, the Chinese had a monopoly on the tea trade, and the British looked for other markets that would fulfill the high demand for black tea—which was a firm European favorite,” the post explained.
In the global ranking, Chai Masala was positioned third, following Hong Kong-style Milk Tea and Aguas Frescas from Mexico.