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Kahwa and noon chai

Kahwa is a golden green tea brewed with saffron, cardamom, cinnamon and almonds, traditionally in a brass samovar. Noon chai (sheer chai) is a pink,…

By OmarUpdated 8 Oct 20263 min read
Kahwa and noon chai
Quick answer

Kahwa is a golden green tea brewed with saffron, cardamom, cinnamon and almonds, traditionally in a brass samovar. Noon chai (sheer chai) is a pink, salted milk tea, drunk in the morning with bakery bread. Try both — kahwa after meals, noon chai at breakfast.

The two teas

KahwaNoon chai
ColourGoldenPink
TasteFragrant, lightly sweetSalty, creamy
Made withGreen tea, saffron, spices, almondsSpecial tea leaves, salt, milk, a pinch of soda
WhenAfter meals, cold eveningsBreakfast with bread

Where to try

Hotels and houseboats serve kahwa on arrival; noon chai is easiest at local bakeries in the old city in the morning.

Take it home

Kahwa mix and saffron make good gifts; buy sealed packs from trusted sellers.

FAQ

Yes, lightly — it is closer to a soup-tea.

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Written by Omar, trip planner in SrinagarChecked on the ground: 8 Oct 2026 · How we check
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