International Tea Day: Visit these places to experience the goodness of chai in Mumbai

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Morning elixir

With a gentle hint of citrus from bergamot and the deep flavours of black tea, this classic Earl Grey tea is the perfect beverage to start the day.
AT Café Out of the Blue, Union Park Road Number 4, Khar.
TIME 7 am to 1 am
CALL 9930530510
COST Rs 135

Matcha magic

Ice boba matcha latte. Pic courtesy/Donmai

Yet to hop onto the matcha trend? This ice boba matcha latte is where you might want to start. Laced with the earthy notes of matcha with chewy boba pearls, this drink is a sweet surprise that might change your mind about this popular beverage.
AT Donmai, G-03, Altimus, Pandurang Budhkar Marg, Worli.
TIME 12 pm to 1.30 am
CALL 9730659776
COST Rs 456 (inclusive of taxes)

Hot sips

This city favourite haunt is an iconic spot for all tea lovers. From special Darjeeling brews and cups of Assam tea, to Kashmiri saffron chai and spiced tea toddy style, this is the perfect spot to indulge in the goodness of tea.
AT Taj Mahal Tea House, Sanatan Pereira Bungalow, 36/A, St John Baptist Road, Mount Mary, Bandra West.
TIME 7.30 am to 11.30 pm
CALL 8433953420
COST Rs 325 (Kashmiri saffron chai)

Fresh cuppa

Moroccan Tea. Pic courtesy/Brunch and Cake

Aromatic and sweet, this Moroccan tea is a bold brew from North Africa that blends green tea leaves and fresh mint for a refreshing sip.
AT Brunch and Cake, Dr GM Bhosale Marg, opposite Worli Mahindra Towers, B Wing, Worli.
TIME 7.30am to 11 pm
CALL 8657500061
COST Rs 300

Soothing brew

Chamomile tea. Pic courtesy/Yauatcha

Chamomile tea has been a go-to for a lot of wellness enthusiasts and for the right reasons. Made from aromatic chamomile flowers, this
caffeine-free Chamomile flowers tea is relaxation in a cup.
AT Yauatcha, Raheja Tower, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex.
TIME 12 pm to 1 am
CALL 9222222800
COST Rs 350

Calm in a cup

A vibrant iced tea blending Japanese sencha, elderflower and kaffir lime, omiajacha is as flavourful as it is healthy.
AT Mirai, Swami Vivekananda Road, Bandra West.
TIME 12 pm to 12.30 am
CALL 9004618229
COST Rs 395

Sweet and simple

If you are a true Mumbaikar, there is no way the Irani chai with buttery bun maska hasn't left a sweet spot in your heart. Head here to soak in the charm of this ritual in an old-world tea shop
AT Café De La Paix, Avantikabai Gokhale Marg, Girgaon.
TIME 8 am to 9 pm
CALL 223824384
COST Rs 40

Kashmiri flavours

Straight from Kashmir, kahwa tea is a delicately spiced tea infused with green leaves and fragrant saffron strands for a calming end to a hectic day.
AT Pause, Vora House, Pali Mala Road, Bandra West.
TIME 8 am to 11 pm
CALL 9867580809
COST Rs 255

Shop for your tea

Sancha Tea Boutique, multiple locations (Kala Ghoda, Bandra West, Phoenix Palladium)
CALL 02240020854 (Kala Ghoda)

Girnar Tea, multiple locations (Andheri, Santacruz, Girgaon, Borivli)
CALL 02243437000 (Borivli outlet)