Our Story

The Tea Behind the Brand​

Inspired by You

At Tchaba, everything begins with you. Your taste. Your rituals. Your need for something real in a world of shortcuts. We are not here to sell tea. We are here to restore meaning to it. We exist to help you discover your cup of tea and make it a nourishing part of your everyday life.

Meet the Chief Empowerment Officer
Tariq Al Aruri

Tariq’s vision goes beyond tea. It’s about making every cup personal. His journey, and his attention to detail, quality, and cultural nuance – continues to define Tchaba’s evolution into a globally admired luxury tea brand.

— Tariq Al Aruri —

Tariq Signature

Our Story

 “Every afternoon after school, my siblings and I would gather in the kitchen with my mother over black tea and hot milk, her cakes still warm from the oven. We would talk, laugh, reset, then return to our books. That was our ritual. That was tea time.

Years later, in a small shop in Marrakech, I met Amine El Baroudi. He spoke of tea not as a drink, but as a journey  and introduced me to something I had never seen before: white tea. In that moment, I realized what we had been drinking all those years was not real tea, but flavored dust.

That was the beginning of a calling  to bring real tea back to our region and make it personal again.”

Today, that calling lives on through Tchaba, a tea house born of heritage, creativity, and the warmth of Arab hospitality. As Co-Founder and Chief Empowerment Officer, I brought Tchaba to the Middle East to reflect our culture, refine global blends, and reimagine tea for a generation who had forgotten its beauty.

From Jordan to Japan, I explored the world’s tea cultures and crafted a collection that speaks to both tradition and innovation  where Arabian ingredients like saffron, cardamom, and rose sit alongside timeless classics like Earl Grey.

Since 2006, Tchaba has been enjoyed by millions each year — served in fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels, and savored in the comfort of home. From Oman to Morocco, our teas now reach 13 countries, trusted by hospitality professionals and everyday tea lovers who value craftsmanship, connection, and calm in every cup.

— Tariq Al Aruri
Chief Empowerment Officer & Co-Founder

The Man Behind The Brand
Tariq Al Aruri

Tariq’s vision goes beyond tea. It’s about making every cup personal. His journey, and his attention to detail, quality, and cultural nuance – continues to define Tchaba’s evolution into a globally admired luxury tea brand.

— Tariq Al Aruri —

Our Story

 “Every afternoon after school, my siblings and I would gather in the kitchen with my mother over black tea and hot milk, her cakes still warm from the oven. We would talk, laugh, reset, then return to our books. That was our ritual. That was tea time.

Years later, in a small shop in Marrakech, I met Amine El Baroudi. He spoke of tea not as a drink, but as a journey  and introduced me to something I had never seen before: white tea. In that moment, I realized what we had been drinking all those years was not real tea, but flavored dust.

That was the beginning of a calling  to bring real tea back to our region and make it personal again.”

Today, that calling lives on through Tchaba, a tea house born of heritage, creativity, and the warmth of Arab hospitality. As Co-Founder and Chief Empowerment Officer, I brought Tchaba to the Middle East to reflect our culture, refine global blends, and reimagine tea for a generation who had forgotten its beauty.

From Jordan to Japan, I explored the world’s tea cultures and crafted a collection that speaks to both tradition and innovation  where Arabian ingredients like saffron, cardamom, and rose sit alongside timeless classics like Earl Grey.

Since 2006, Tchaba has been enjoyed by millions each year — served in fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels, and savored in the comfort of home. From Oman to Morocco, our teas now reach 13 countries, trusted by hospitality professionals and everyday tea lovers who value craftsmanship, connection, and calm in every cup.

— Tariq Al Aruri
Chief Empowerment Officer & Co-Founder

Tariq Signature

The Tea Behind the Brand​

Inspired by You

At Tchaba, everything begins with you. Your taste. Your rituals. Your need for something real in a world of shortcuts. We are not here to sell tea. We are here to restore meaning to it. We exist to help you discover your cup of tea and make it a nourishing part of your everyday life.

Our Purpose

To enrich lives through the experience of real tea, embracing the sip by sip life  a life rooted in balance and wellbeing.

Our Promise

At Tchaba, our Promise is Simple: “Empowering You to Discover Your Cup of Tea”.

We exist to craft teas and decaf herbal infusions that cater to every palate, from the adventurous to the most discerning. Every blend is thoughtfully curated, ensuring that no matter your preference, there’s a cup of tea that feels like it was made just for you.

What Real Tea Means

Real tea does not come from powder, dust, or synthetic flavoring. It is handpicked. Every leaf is selected by trained pickers who preserve the shape, aroma, and integrity of the plant. This is the Tchaba standard: if it is not handpicked, it is not real tea.

From Gardens of Origin

Our teas come from celebrated gardens in Japan, Sri Lanka, India, China, and Vietnam. Each of our sourcing partners is Rainforest Alliance Certified. This means:

  • No child labor
  • Fair wages and ethical treatment
  • Biodiversity protection and soil health
 
These are not industrial plantations. They are legacy tea gardens where heritage and nature live side by side.

Beyond Organic

Certified to the World’s Highest Standards

All Tchaba teas meet or exceed European Union standards for food safety and pesticide residues. According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), teas sold in Europe must pass residue limits so strict, many teas are considered organically compliant even without certification.

At Tchaba Tea, our promise is more than words; it’s our commitment to quality, sustainability, and a shared passion for the art of tea. We adhere to these benchmarks to ensure our tea is not only pure, but deeply trusted.

What Makes Tchaba Unique

  • Arabian Flavour Craft: Regional spices like saffron, cardamom, mint, and herbal tea infusions
 
  • Premium-Grade Sourcing: Only work with Fair Trade Certified Farmers and Tea Gardens.
 
  • Planet-Kind Packaging: Bio-Degradable Corn-starch pyramid sachets, wrapped in Certified Home Compostable Tea Envelopes free of any micro plastics.
 
  • Quality Promise: IFS Food Certification, Rain Forest Alliance and TUV compliance.
 
  • Hospitality Expertise: Used in premium hotels, signature cafés, fine dining restaurants and events; custom accessories, gift content, and tea boxes
 
  • Customer Convenience: Easy checkout, tracked orders, responsive customer service, detailed product pages

Brand Journey

2005

Founded in Marrakech

First boutique opens

2006

Tchaba Tea in the Middle East

Tchaba Tea Premiere in the Middle East with Dubai as its new home followed shortly by Jeddah, Cairo, Doha, Kuwait, Manama, Muscat and Amman and Astana.

2007

Supplier Agreement

Signed preferred supplier agreement with Marriott International Hotel Luxury Brands

2020

Global E-Commerce

UAE hub ships to 30+ countries with carbon-offset logistics

2023

Home Compostable Tea Envelope

Announced the launch of the worlds first certified home compostable tea envelope during Cop28 in Dubai, UAE



2025

Branding License (DET)

Signed a branding license agreement with Dubai Economic and Trade Department (DET)

Do Not Fall Victim to Greenwashing

At Tchaba, we believe sustainability is more than a statement, it is a responsibility. We know that in many parts of our region, recycling systems are inconsistent or nonexistent. That is why we chose not to rely on vague promises like “plastic-free” or “recyclable.”

Instead, we invested in solutions that leave no doubt. Our envelopes are certified home compostable, designed to break down naturally in any environment, not just industrial composting facilities. According to TÜV Austria, the global leader in environmental certification, 99% of our packaging will fully compost within 180 days.

It is one more way we ensure that your cup of tea is as kind to the earth as it is to your body.

Our Certifications

What We Stand For

  • Real Tea. No shortcuts.
  • Helping you rediscover ritual and presence.
  • Supporting tea as a daily wellness practice hydration, antioxidants, and calm.
  • Sustainable luxury that tastes good and does good.
  • Giving back through education and empowerment (Rwanda, Dubai Cares partnership).

Our Clients

Our Team

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Tchaba is Just the Beginning

We are not here to follow trends. We are here to restore tea to its rightful place in your day.

A ritual. A healer. A pause. A gift. Rediscover tea. Rediscover you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of tea does Tchaba Tea offer?

Tchaba Tea offers a curated selection of real teas and decaf herbal infusions. Our collection includes black, green, white, oolong, matcha, and caffeine-free wellness blends, all designed to suit different moods, moments, and rituals. All teas are made from handpicked tea leaves, not machine-cut dust.

Where do your teas come from?

We source from Rainforest Alliance Certified gardens in Japan, India, Sri Lanka, China, and Vietnam. All leaves are handpicked by artisanal farmers, then blended and packaged in Germany and Dubai, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency.

What does “real tea” mean at Tchaba Tea?

Real tea means handpicked, not machine-harvested. It means whole leaves, carefully selected by trained pickers to preserve flavor, aroma, and integrity. No dust, no shortcuts. At Tchaba Tea, real tea honors the plant and the people who grow it.

Is Tchaba Tea expensive?

Not when you consider the quality. Dust tea is cheap, but it is not real tea. Tchaba Tea reflects the value of pure ingredients, ethical sourcing, artisan blending, and sustainable packaging.

Do you offer international shipping?

Yes. Beginning January 2026, Tchaba Tea will offer global shipping to sippers worldwide. Delivery timelines and rates are shown at checkout.

Do you offer fast delivery in the GCC?

Yes. As of September 2025, Tchaba Tea provides second-day delivery across all GCC countries, including Jordan.

Where can I read reviews from other sippers?

Product pages feature verified reviews from Tchaba Tea sippers. Your shared experience helps others discover their own perfect cup.

What makes Tchaba Tea different from other tea brands?

Tchaba Tea is not about us. It’s about you, the sipper. We offer handpicked, real tea, thoughtfully blended and beautifully packaged with a focus on wellness, sustainability, and Arabian hospitality.

How do I choose the best tea for my taste?

Use our Tea Discovery Quiz or explore product pages by flavor, function, or mood. Every order includes free tea samples to encourage curiosity and discovery.

Do you help sippers find their perfect blend?

Yes. If a tea doesn’t meet your taste, we offer free replacements up to three times per year. We want to reward your curiosity, not punish it. We also include complimentary samples in every delivery to support your exploration.

Is Tchaba Tea suitable for gifting?

Absolutely. We offer curated gift sets, wellness collections, and seasonal editions, all elegantly packaged and perfect for meaningful gifting moments.

Can I find coffee alternatives in your selection?

Yes. If you’re eliminating caffeine, our decaf herbal infusions like Chamomile Breeze, Rooibos Orange, and Shai Meramiyye offer soothing alternatives. If you still want a clean energy boost, Imperial Matcha provides sustained focus without the crash.

Does Tchaba Tea offer organic tea?

Yes. All single-origin teas are certified organic. Our blending facility in Germany adheres to some of the world’s strictest standards, even for non-certified blends.

Does Tchaba Tea have certification backing its claims?

Yes. We proudly carry:

  • Rainforest Alliance Certification
  • Home Compostable Packaging Certification (TÜV Austria)
  • Carbon-Neutral Manufacturing
  • Microplastic-Free Tea Sachets

We also comply with European Union food safety standards, recognized among the highest globally.

Can I serve Tchaba Tea in my café, hotel, or business?

Yes. Tchaba Tea partners with hotels, restaurants, and cafés across the region. We offer bulk packs, custom accessories, and onboarding support. For pricing and support, visit: www.ordertchaba.com.

What types of Matcha does Tchaba Tea offer?

Tchaba Tea offers two premium grades of authentic Japanese matcha:

Imperial Matcha (Ceremonial Grade)

Crafted from first-harvest leaves, smooth and naturally sweet. Ideal for traditional hot preparation with a bamboo whisk.

Barista Matcha (Culinary Grade)

Bolder in flavor and perfect for lattes, smoothies, or desserts. Designed to blend well with milk or plant-based alternatives.

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