Discover everything you need to know about loose leaf tea—from what makes it different from regular tea bags to why tea enthusiasts prefer its richer flavour and aroma. This beginner-friendly guide covers brewing tips, choosing the right tea, and simple storage advice to help you enjoy a better cup every time. Whether you're new to premium tea or looking to elevate your tea ritual, this guide is the perfect place to start.
The festive season in India is a time of joy and celebrating traditions when families, friends, relatives and loved ones come together. Every celebration has its unique flavours and aromas that make it special. We know the holidays can be crazy. That’s why finding a perfect gift for your dear ones can be challenging. At Karma Kettle, we believe that a celebration is incomplete without a great cup of tea to make it more special. We are excited to share our gift ideas for Diwali, Dussehra, and many other festivals with you. We’ve got some unique tea blends and gift...
Our bodies are accustomed to absorbing energy from food throughout the day. Hence, it’s normal to experience some discomfort during the initial days of intermittent fasting. Drinking tea can help ease these symptoms, as your body starts to adjust to the fasting period. Tea can help you ease into fasting by reducing some of the common side effects and changing your eating habits. By decreasing ghrelin levels, tea can help block the hunger hormones, effectively stopping the pangs. Here are the types of teas that can help you on your weight loss journey: Hibiscus Tea Hibiscus tea can aid in natural...
Since the earliest times, floral buds have been infused in teas along with various other ingredients to create delicious blends. Floral teas come under the category of herbal teas and are considered to be very healthy as they are caffeine free. Whether you’re thinking of beautiful spring flowers, a chilled iced tea to cool down your body during summer or just love the flowery aroma, a nice floral tea is the best way to satisfy your soul. Read on to find a list of various floral teas that have a wondrous aroma and palate coupled with a number of health benefits!...
Coffee and tea, just like peanut butter and jelly, have a unique chemistry and shared history in numerous households and cafes all around the world. Wherever one goes, the other tags along pretty much every time. A question that comes to mind now is which one of the two originated first, tea or coffee? Origin of Tea-Tea was first prepared in China around 2700 BC, making it one of the world’s earliest beverages. Evidence shows that tea was consumed for a good thousand years before coffee was cultivated for the very first time. After its discovery, tea was initially consumed...
The summer sun is shining bright and there’s hours and hours of warmth and daylight to revel in before the evening gloom sets in. A perfect way to spend your Sunday afternoon is to plan a simple, relaxing picnic with your friends or family. Of course, you could just book a table for 8 at the restaurant you frequent on weekends but why not try something a little different for once? After all, we’re all about new and exciting experiences and there’s something really joyful about sitting in the bright sunlight with your favourite people and munching on some delightful...
Black tea, when consumed with care, has been known to have a number of health benefits for the human body. It is a beverage that millions across the world have with regularity and they witness its benefits first-hand. But as is the case with all things in life, unless there is moderation, even a good thing can turn harmful for you and your body. Similarly, with Black tea, moderation is key. Black tea, like most teas, comes from the Camellia Sinensis plant. It is different however, because unlike Green Tea or Oolong, Black tea is fully oxidized. Meaning the tea...
 Consuming green tea without the addition of milk or sugar has plenty of benefits, however, milk tea isn’t far behind if you brew it right. Picking a Tea Camp We have travelled far and wide to study tea drinking habits and pick the best ingredients to blend our teas. And what have we learned on our journeys? There are two types of tea drinkers in this world: those who love their tea blends sans milk and the other half, who cannot imagine tea without milk! Research has shown the benefits of drinking green tea everyday. So are milk teas...
On the occasion of International Tea Day on May 21, let’s uncover one of the most common misconceptions about tea: that it’s caffeine free. If you weren’t aware that tea contains caffeine, then this blog is just what the barista recommends. Secret Ingredient in All Teas It’s not like we need a special day to talk about our love for tea and all things chai related. As tea connoisseurs, our day, our partnerships, conversations, and mission all revolve around tea and numerous benefits. But on the occasion of International Tea Day, which is celebrated around the world on May 21, we...
Our Mother’s Day tea collection features 6 travel-inspired teas and a limited edition gift box that will transport the most special women in our lives to mystical and unique travel destinations across India. Mother's Day Memories Mother's Day always takes us back to our childhood, to some of our earliest memories with our moms. And food has been such an integral part of these moments! We loved tasting chocolates and juices, threw a fit before gulping down garam doodh, and felt like a grown up when we got to sip our first cup of chai. Through all this masti, our mothers have been our...