Masala Chai
Organic Black Tea Blend

"Aromatic, flavorful, and with just the right amount of peppery kick. It's a joy to wake up and make." - Ian C.

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
215
Masala Chai
Masala Chai
Masala Chai
Masala Chai

Masala Chai

Our recipe is unapologetically spicy yet balanced, highlighting aromatic Guatemalan cardamom, hot and citrusy ginger and sweet cinnamon, with accents of pungent cracked black pepper and fragrant cloves.

37+ Servings
9+ Servings
2+ Servings

Hypnotic aromas of sweet cardamom and clove balanced by the energizing heat of ginger

About this tea
Literally "mixed spiced tea," Masala Chai is a classic style of black tea blended with traditional spices native to South and Southeast Asia. The tea base consists of a robust and malty Assam balanced with our new, lively Orange Pekoe from northern Thailand. We are proud of our bold yet balanced blend, emphasizing zesty ginger and fragrant cardamom with the simmering sweetness of Saigon cinnamon.
Ingredients

Organic black tea, organic cinnamon, organic cardamom, organic ginger root, organic black pepper, organic clove

Origin

Rishi Herb Lab

Doi Chiang Dao background map mobile

Origin

Doi Chiang Dao

Northern Thailand

There are tea growing villages and areas of forest tea all over the Doi Chiang Dao region between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai in Northern Thailand. Once part of a greater Dai Kingdom that spanned the regions of Burma, Yunnan, and parts of Laos, Northern Thailand is part of a rich history of tea culture that has brought Chinese tea practices and traditions to the area. Home to widespread old growth tea forests, Doi Chiang Dao is an amazing source of oolong, red and Pu’er teas.

Ingredients

Cinnamon
Origin Vietnam
Cardamom
Origin Guatemala
Ginger
Origin Southeast Asia
Black Pepper
Origin India
Clove
Origin India
Caffeine Level

High

Based on an 8oz cup of tea made with suggested steeping method relevant to the tea type. An average cup of coffee contains about 90 – 120 mg / 8oz cup.

0 MG
100 MG
high
Preparation
  • Imperial
  • Metric
Traditional Preparation

Mix 2 Tbsp chai, 1 cup water, and 1 cup milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sugar or sweetener to taste. Strain into a mug or pitcher and enjoy! Chai can also be enjoyed over ice.

Teaware

Everything You Need to
Brew the Perfect Cup

A glass Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot with the brand name Eilong Enterprise Co., Ltd on it, perfect for enjoying a hot or iced cup of tea from your collection. Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot hover image Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot icon

Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot

Glass Teapot
from $29.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $29.00
Riensch & Held, GmbH & Co. loose leaf tea filters. Loose Leaf Tea Filters hover image

Loose Leaf Tea Filters

Tea Filters
$9.00
$9.00
A hot tea-filled Rishi Tea & Botanicals Double Wall Glass Tea Mug placed on a white surface. Double Wall Glass Mug hover image

Double Wall Glass Mug

Glass Mug
$29.00
$29.00

Customer Favorites

A pile of Earl Grey Supreme tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Earl Grey Supreme hover image Earl Grey Supreme icon

Earl Grey Supreme

Organic Black Tea Blend
Rich | Citrusy | Floral
from $21.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $21.00
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals Turmeric Ginger on a white background. Turmeric Ginger hover image Turmeric Ginger icon

Turmeric Ginger

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Spicy | Zesty | Fragrant
from $17.50
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $17.50
A pile of Jasmine tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Jasmine hover image Jasmine icon

Jasmine

Organic Green Tea
Fresh | Floral | Elegant
from $20.00
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $20.00
Barista Matcha from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Barista Matcha hover image Barista Matcha icon

Barista Matcha

Organic Japanese Green Tea Powder
Fresh | Invigorating | Bright
$65.25
$65.25
A pile of Masala Chai from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Masala Chai hover image Masala Chai icon

Masala Chai

Organic Black Tea Blend
Spicy | Balanced | Fragrant
from $17.50
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $17.50
An ultimate experience of Premium Sachet Collection with a box next to it, showcasing a variety of flavors from Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Premium Sachet Collection hover image Premium Sachet Collection icon

Premium Sachet Collection

Sampler Gift Box
from $41.00
Available in 2 sizes and loose leaf
from $41.00
A glass Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot with the brand name Eilong Enterprise Co., Ltd on it, perfect for enjoying a hot or iced cup of tea from your collection. Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot hover image Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot icon

Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot

Glass Teapot
from $29.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $29.00
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals English Breakfast on a white background. English Breakfast hover image English Breakfast icon

English Breakfast

Organic Black Tea
Robust | Brisk | Sweet
from $18.50
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $18.50
A pile of Golden Yunnan black tea on a white background from Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Golden Yunnan hover image Golden Yunnan icon

Golden Yunnan

Organic Dianhong Black Tea
Malty | Jammy | Mellow
from $18.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $18.50
A pile of Jade Cloud green tea on a white background by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Jade Cloud hover image

Jade Cloud

Organic Green Tea
Savory | Floral | Roasty
from $58.00
Available in 2 sizes and sachets
from $58.00
A pile of Cinnamon Plum dried fruit and berries on a white background, produced by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Cinnamon Plum hover image

Cinnamon Plum

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Juicy | Succulent | Sweet
from $14.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $14.00
A bag of Turmeric Ginger tea with a Rishi Tea & Botanicals tea bag next to it. Turmeric Ginger hover image Turmeric Ginger icon

Turmeric Ginger

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Spicy | Zesty | Fragrant
$36.00
Also available in loose leaf
$36.00
A glass teapot with brewed tea rests next to a dark blue box marked Premium Loose Leaf Tea Collection hover image Premium Loose Leaf Tea Collection icon

Premium Loose Leaf Tea Collection

Sampler Gift Box
from $48.00
Available in 2 sizes and sachets
from $48.00
Teahouse Matcha by Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Teahouse Matcha hover image Teahouse Matcha icon

Teahouse Matcha

Organic Japanese Green Tea Powder
Sweet | Creamy | Umami
$104.50
$104.50
A pile of Earl Grey tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Earl Grey hover image

Earl Grey

Organic Black Tea Blend
Rich | Citrusy | Floral
from $20.00
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $20.00
A pile of Earl Grey Lavender tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Earl Grey Lavender hover image

Earl Grey Lavender

Organic Black Tea Blend
Floral | Citrusy | Lavender
from $20.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $20.00
A pile of dried Chamomile Medley flowers from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Chamomile Medley hover image

Chamomile Medley

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Savory | Floral | Herbaceous
from $21.00
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $21.00
A pile of Blueberry Rooibos flowers and berries on a white background from Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Blueberry Rooibos hover image

Blueberry Rooibos

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Succulent | Sweet | Robust
from $21.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $21.00
A bag of Matcha Super Green tea with a green leaf on it from Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Matcha Super Green hover image Matcha Super Green icon

Matcha Super Green

Organic Green Tea 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Sweet | Smooth | Umami
$36.00
Also available in loose leaf
$36.00
A pile of Hibiscus Berry dried fruit and nuts on a white background from Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Hibiscus Berry hover image

Hibiscus Berry

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Tropical | Berry | Tart
from $17.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $17.50
A bag of Earl Grey tea next to a bag of Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Earl Grey hover image

Earl Grey

Organic Black Tea 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Rich | Citrusy | Floral
$36.00
Also available in loose leaf
$36.00
A bag of English Breakfast tea with a Rishi Tea & Botanicals tea bag next to it. English Breakfast hover image English Breakfast icon

English Breakfast

Organic Black Tea 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Robust | Brisk | Sweet
$36.00
Also available in loose leaf
$36.00
A pile of dried Golden Chamomile Blossoms on a white background, by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Golden Chamomile Blossoms hover image

Golden Chamomile Blossoms

Organic Caffeine-Free Pure Botanical
Honey | Fruity | Sweet
from $17.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $17.50
A pile of Elderberry Healer flowers and berries on a white surface, from Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Elderberry Healer hover image

Elderberry Healer

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Rich | Berry | Balanced
from $18.50
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $18.50
A Jasmine tea bag with a Rishi Tea & Botanicals tea bag next to it. Jasmine hover image

Jasmine

Organic Green Tea 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Fresh | Floral | Elegant
$36.00
Also available in loose leaf
$36.00
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals' Tangerine Ginger tea leaves on a white background. Tangerine Ginger hover image

Tangerine Ginger

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Succulent | Zesty | Juicy
from $17.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $17.50
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals' Genmaicha on a white background. Genmaicha hover image

Genmaicha

Organic Green Tea Blend
Toasty | Nutty | Sweet
from $14.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $14.50
A bag of Chamomile Medley tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals with a tea bag next to it. Chamomile Medley hover image

Chamomile Medley

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Savory | Floral | Herbaceous
$36.00
Also available in loose leaf
$36.00
A pile of Valerian Dream herbs and flowers on a white background. Valerian Dream hover image

Valerian Dream

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Bittersweet | Floral | Earthy
from $22.00
Available in 3 sizes and loose leaf
from $22.00
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals Peppermint on a white background. Peppermint hover image

Peppermint

Organic Caffeine-Free Pure Botanical
Heady | Fresh | Bold
from $12.00
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $12.00
A pile of Mystic Mint dried herbs on a white background by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Mystic Mint hover image

Mystic Mint

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Sweet | Complex | Fresh
from $20.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $20.00
A pile of Peach Blossom green tea leaves on a white background by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Peach Blossom hover image

Peach Blossom

Organic White Tea Blend
Juicy | Fresh | Aromatic
from $22.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $22.00
A pile of Jasmine Pearls black tea on a white background from Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Jasmine Pearls hover image

Jasmine Pearls

Scented Green Tea
Complex | Jasmine | Rich
from $51.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $51.00
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals' Spicy Masala Chai herbs and spices on a white background. Spicy Masala Chai hover image

Spicy Masala Chai

Organic Chai Tea Blend
Spicy | Aromatic | Rich
from $47.50
Available in 2 sizes
from $47.50
A pile of Wild Thai Black tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Wild Thai Black hover image

Wild Thai Black

Organic Black Tea
Rich | Aromatic | Fruity
from $17.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $17.50
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals Orange Blossom on a white background. Orange Blossom hover image

Orange Blossom

Organic Green Tea Blend
Fruity | Floral | Fresh
from $20.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $20.00
A pile of Nishi Sencha First Flush green tea on a white background. (Brand Name: Rishi Tea & Botanicals) Nishi Sencha First Flush hover image Nishi Sencha First Flush icon

Nishi Sencha First Flush

Organic Steamed Green Tea
Deep Green | Bittersweet | Umami
from $32.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $32.00
A pile of Sencha tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Sencha hover image

Sencha

Organic Green Tea
Fresh | Umami | Sweet
from $37.00
Available in 3 sizes and sachets
from $37.00
A pile of White Peony tea leaves on a white background by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. White Peony hover image

White Peony

Organic White Tea
Mellow | Sweet | Fresh
from $17.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $17.50
A pile of Pu’er Classic tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Pu’er Classic hover image

Pu’er Classic

Organic Pu'er Tea
Earthy | Sweet | Bold
from $21.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $21.00
A pile of Iron Goddess of Mercy tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Iron Goddess of Mercy hover image Iron Goddess of Mercy icon

Iron Goddess of Mercy

Oolong Tea
Roasty | Dried Fruit | Smooth
from $23.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $23.50
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals Vanilla Mint Chai on a white background. Vanilla Mint Chai hover image

Vanilla Mint Chai

Organic Pu'er Tea Blend
Sweet | Rich | Aromatic
from $22.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $22.00
A pile of Rishi Tea & Botanicals' Turmeric Chai on a white background. Turmeric Chai hover image

Turmeric Chai

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Sumptuous | Spicy | Creamy
from $22.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $22.00
A pile of Lavender Mint from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Lavender Mint hover image

Lavender Mint

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical Blend
Fresh | Earthy | Floral
from $33.00
Available in 2 sizes and sachets
from $33.00
A bag of Lavender Mint tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals with a tea bag next to it. Lavender Mint hover image

Lavender Mint

Organic Caffeine-Free Botanical 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Fresh | Earthy | Floral
$36.00
Also available in loose leaf
$36.00
A pile of dried Moonlight Jasmine tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Moonlight Jasmine hover image

Moonlight Jasmine

Organic Green Tea
Rich | Sweet | Fragrant
from $51.00
Available in 3 sizes and loose leaf
from $51.00
A pile of Sencha Superior green tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Sencha Superior hover image

Sencha Superior

Organic Green Tea
Fresh | Brisk | Savory
from $20.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $20.50
A pile of Four Seasons Spring green tea from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Four Seasons Spring hover image

Four Seasons Spring

Oolong Tea
Floral | Complex | Tropical Fruits
from $21.00
Available in 3 sizes
from $21.00
A pile of Matcha Genmaicha leaves on a white background by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Matcha Genmaicha hover image Matcha Genmaicha icon

Matcha Genmaicha

Organic Green Tea Blend
Toasty | Nutty | Creamy
from $18.50
Available in 3 sizes
from $18.50
A pile of Matcha Super Green leaves on a white background, by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Matcha Super Green hover image Matcha Super Green icon

Matcha Super Green

Organic Green Tea Blend
Sweet | Smooth | Umami
from $61.50
Available in 2 sizes and sachets
from $61.50
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 215 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 186 Total 4 star reviews: 18 Total 3 star reviews: 10 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 1
95%would recommend these products
Reviews Summary
Customers say: this masala chai offers a rich, flavorful blend of spices including cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper. The tea is described as smooth, warming, and aromatic with a well-balanced spice profile. Many appreciate its full-bodied taste and find it perfect for morning routines or afternoon breaks. Users enjoy it both hot and iced, often adding milk, honey, or sugar to create lattes. While most praise the spice level, some find it too peppery or wish for stronger cardamom notes. A few mention the loose leaf version can be powdery, and some note concerns about packaging quality or strength consistency in recent purchases.
Slide 1 selected
Write a Review (Opens in a new window)
215 reviews
  • Marla O.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Masala Chai
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 minutes ago
    Marsala chai

    It’s great!

    Was this helpful?
  • Kimberly
    Reviewing
    Masala Chai
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 hours ago
    5 Stars

    If you are chosy about the tea you drink, or wanting to step outside the box and explore the world and varieties of tea - caffiene and herbal galore - Reishi Tea in WI is where you must shop. I gave up coffee once I tasted their Masala Chai. Its so flavorful and wakes you up calmly with no acidity. The have “teaser” sizes so you can taste so many first. The best is they ship 2nd day, so no waitng a week or more for your tea.

    Was this helpful?
  • Stephen
    Reviewing
    Masala Chai
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    5 Stars

    Amazingly well crafted blend. Frankly, I like this better than any traditional Assam based chai blends. Now my go to before bedtime.

    Was this helpful?
  • Kimberly M.
    Flag of United States
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Masala Chai
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Best Chai Ever

    I tried a satchel box from a local co-op and fell instantly in love with the taste so much )with local honey and I prefer a little local half and half as it’s creamier) that I gave up years of drinking coffee. The acidity was suddenly getting to me. I love this in the morning and I take it with Lion’ Mane and I have a nice calm alertness. Best chai I’ve ever tasted, so I ordered the large bag with a month of servings.

    Was this helpful?
  • Sandra H.
    Flag of United States
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Masala Chai
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Deliciousness in a cup!

    The most delicious tea whether you drink it hot or cold. Refreshing drank cold in the hot summer months in Texas and warm, delicious and flavorful when drank hot. The combination of ingredients makes you be almost addicted to it!

    Was this helpful?