Best Assam Tea for Karak Chai: 5 Strong, Malty Picks for 2026

est Assam tea for making rich karak chai with milk and cardamom

Karak chai needs a tea that stays present after milk, sugar and spices are added. That is why Assam is one of the best starting points: its naturally malty, brisk black-tea profile can remain recognizable in a rich, simmered cup instead of disappearing behind dairy and cardamom. This guide explains which Assam tea styles work … Read more