Q: Which types of teas are included?

Shai Karak – A slow-brewed spiced tea with milk and sugar, rich and velvety, perfect for sharing. Moroccan Mint Tea – Made with gunpowder green tea and fresh mint (or Tchaba Organic Spearmint), traditionally poured from a height for aeration and aroma. Cold Brew Teas – Naturally caffeine-free, steeped in cold water for hours to draw out natural sweetness without bitterness. Perfect for children and adults, ideal for hydration throughout the day. Blooming Flower Teas – Hand-tied tea bundles that blossom into artful displays when infused, captivating both eye and palate. Mate (Maté) – A South American infusion served in a calabash gourd and sipped through a bombilla straw, offering earthy depth and sustained energy.

Question 1

What is the Tchaba Speciali-Tea collection?

Accepted Answer

It is a curated range of teas that require distinctive preparation techniques or presentation styles, inspired by time honored traditions from around the world. Each product is chosen not only for taste but also for the cultural or sensory experience it delivers.

Question 2

Which types of teas are included?

Accepted Answer

Shai Karak – A slow-brewed spiced tea with milk and sugar, rich and velvety, perfect for sharing.
Moroccan Mint Tea – Made with gunpowder green tea and fresh mint (or Tchaba Organic Spearmint), traditionally poured from a height for aeration and aroma.
Cold Brew Teas – Naturally caffeine-free, steeped in cold water for hours to draw out natural sweetness without bitterness. Perfect for children and adults, ideal for hydration throughout the day.
Blooming Flower Teas – Hand-tied tea bundles that blossom into artful displays when infused, captivating both eye and palate.
Mate (Maté) – A South American infusion served in a calabash gourd and sipped through a bombilla straw, offering earthy depth and sustained energy.

Question 3

What makes Tchaba Speciali-Tea different from regular tea?

Accepted Answer

Speciali-Tea blends require unique preparation methods from simmering milk-based Shai Karak to pouring Moroccan Mint Tea from a height offering flavors and cultural experiences that go beyond everyday brewing.

Question 4

Is Tchaba’s Cold Brew Tea really caffeine-free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our Cold Brew range is naturally caffeine-free, making it suitable for children, adults, and anyone seeking a refreshing hydration option without stimulants.

Question 5

Can I make Shai Karak without sugar?

Accepted Answer

Yes. While traditional Shai Karak includes sugar, you can reduce or omit it based on your preference. The spices in Tchaba’s Karak Mix still deliver a rich, warming flavor.

Question 6

How is authentic Moroccan Mint Tea prepared?

Accepted Answer

It begins with rinsing gunpowder green tea leaves, brewing them briefly, adding fresh mint and sugar, then aerating by pouring from a height for a signature frothy top.

Question 7

What is the benefit of aerating Moroccan Mint Tea?

Accepted Answer

Aeration blends the tea, mint, and sugar evenly, cools the drink slightly for immediate serving, and creates the traditional foam associated with Moroccan tea culture.

Question 8

How long should I steep Tchaba Cold Brew Tea?

Accepted Answer

For best flavor, steep a 5g Tchaba Cold Brew Sachet in 500ml cold water for 4–6 hours, or overnight for a more intense infusion.

Question 9

What is Mate tea and how do you drink it?

Accepted Answer

Mate is a South American infusion made from yerba mate leaves, traditionally served in a calabash gourd and sipped through a bombilla. It’s known for its earthy flavor and natural energy boost.

Question 10

Can Blooming Flower Teas be reused for multiple infusions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Blooming Flower Teas can often be steeped 2–3 times in hot water, with each infusion releasing a slightly different flavor profile while maintaining their visual beauty.

Question 11

Which Speciali-Tea is best for hospitality service?

Accepted Answer

Shai Karak and Moroccan Mint Tea are popular in hotels, restaurants, and cafés due to their strong cultural connections, presentation value, and memorable guest experience.

Question 12

Does Tchaba ship Speciali-Tea blends internationally?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Availability depends on local stock and import regulations, but many Speciali-Tea products can be shipped to the UAE, GCC, and selected international destinations.

Question 13

Shai Karak – 500ml to Share

Accepted Answer

Ingredients:
- 12.5g Tchaba Karak Mix
- 330ml milk
- 170ml water
- 12.5g–25g sugar (to taste)
Method:
1. Boil Karak Mix in water for 3 minutes.
2. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
3. Add milk and boil for an additional 3 minutes.
Turn off the heat, let it cool slightly, and serve hot.

Question 14

Moroccan Mint Tea

Accepted Answer

Ingredients:
- 6g Tchaba Gunpowder Green Tea
- A generous handful of fresh mint leaves or Tchaba Organic Spearmint
- 500ml water
- Sugar to taste
Method:
1. Place the gunpowder tea in a teapot. Add a small amount of boiling water, swirl for a few seconds, and discard to rinse the leaves.
2. Add 500ml of freshly boiled water to the rinsed leaves. Steep for about 2 minutes.
3. Add the fresh mint leaves and sugar to taste.
4. Pour the tea into a glass from a height, then return it to the pot. Repeat 2–3 times to aerate, blend flavors, and create a frothy top.
Serve immediately in small glasses, garnished with fresh mint.

Question 15

Cold Brew Infusion

Accepted Answer

Ingredients:
- 1 Tchaba Cold Brew Sachet (5g)
- 250ml cold water
- Ice and fresh fruit slices (optional)
Method:
1. Place the Cold Brew Sachet into a jug or bottle of cold water.
2. Refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours (overnight for a stronger flavor).
3. Remove the sachet and serve over ice. Add fresh fruit slices for a refreshing twist.
Perfect as a caffeine-free drink for all ages and a healthy hydration option throughout the day.

Question 16

Mate (Maté)

Accepted Answer

Ingredients:
- 15g Tchaba Mate Tea
- Traditional calabash gourd (or heatproof cup)
- Bombilla (metal straw with a filter)
- Hot water at 70–80°C
Method:
1. Fill the gourd about one-third full with mate leaves.
2. Tilt the gourd so the leaves rest on one side.
3. Insert the bombilla at an angle, filter end down.
4. Pour in a small amount of cool water to moisten the leaves.
5. Add hot water (not boiling) and sip through the bombilla. Refill with hot water as needed, enjoying multiple infusions.

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