Five African tea recipes you must try at home – Insanely good & refreshing!

Five African tea recipes you must try at home – Insanely good & refreshing!

When people say tea is the most popular beverage on the planet after water, most of us might not get the exact picture from this testimonial. But think about this, around 3.7 billion cups of teacups are sipped around the world on a given day, with an annual consumption of 6.3 billion Kgs. From the serene hills of the Himalayas to the furthest corners of Europe, tea is a life essential and most importantly a part of the culture. Tea is either grown or consumed in each and every continent and behaves mostly as a universal brew!

So what role does Africa plays in this picture? We are going to look at the cultural role that African tea plays in this universal symphony of tea, with some mouthwatering traditional African tea recipes. These five recipes include both authentic and modern tea versions from Africa, and all are equally delicious and represent the rich African heritage.

Kenyan Tangawizi Chai (Ginger Tea with Milk)

It’s quick and easy to make delicacy that requires only a handful of ingredients, but the ultimate flavors are second to none. This traditional Kenyan Ginger tea or Ginger Chai recipe resembles a perfect comfort brew, that combines ginger with milk and tea. Called locally as "Tangawizi Chai", this tea presents a creamy and zesty personality that leaves you with many pairing options like cookies and cakes. You can use fresh ginger roots & Black teas from Asami Collection to brew this amazing tea. (Try now)

Here’s how to brew this tea.

Ingredients 

  • 2 Cups water
  • 2 Cups milk
  • 4 Teaspoons of Asami Black tea leaves 
  • 2 Teaspoon of freshly chopped ginger
  • Sugar to the taste 

Method of Brewing

  1. Pour water and the Ginger slices into the pot and start boiling
  2. Simmer the mixture for 5 - 7 minutes until the mixture starts to boil
  3. Add the tea leaves to the pot & allow rapid boil by regulating the heat
  4. At this point, you could add sugar if you wish
  5. Pour milk into the simmering mix
  6. Boil in low-medium heat until the brew trunks dark & reduces the volume (2-3) minutes
  7. Turn off the heat and strain the tea leaves and other particles
  8. It's a creamy cup of Kenyan Ginger Tea, Enjoy!

African Masala Chai

This mouthwatering African Masala Chai Recipe seems a lot like the Masala Chai tea recipe from India. On the other hand, the chai recipe appears like an improved twist of Tangawizi Chai from Kenya. However, the tea has got an undeniable African twist, resulting from its flavorsome African tea character. The origin of the African Masala chai has close links to the Swahili Coast of Africa however, this recipe today has traveled across & beyond the borders of Africa. You can use the below mix of spices & Black teas from Asami Collection to brew this amazing tea. In India masala means spice, and chai means tea. In Swahili tea means chai. So we prefer to say Spiced or Masala tea instead of Masala Chai(tea) Tea. (Try now)

Here’s how to brew this tea.

Ingredients 

  • 2 Cups water
  • 2 Cups milk
  • 4 Teaspoons of Asami Black tea leaves (Check Now)
  • 2 Cinnamon sticks
  • 2 Cloves; whole
  • 1 Teaspoon of black peppercorns; ground
  • 1/4 Teaspoon cardamom; ground
  • 1 Teaspoon of freshly chopped ginger
  • Sugar to the taste 

 Method of Brewing

  1. Pour water and the tea leaves into the pot and start boiling
  2. Simmer for 5 - 7 minutes until the mixture starts to boil
  3. Add the spices and bring the mixture to a rapid boil by regulating the heat
  4. At this point, you could add sugar if you wish
  5. Pour milk into the simmering mix
  6. Boil in low-medium heat until the brew trunks dark & reduces the volume. (2-3 minutes)
  7. Turn off the heat and strain the tea leaves and other particles
  8. Enjoy your creamy Cuppa of African Masala Chai!

 Sudanese Cinnamon Tea

In busy Sudanian streets, it is common to see female vendors sell aromatic and delicious Cinnamon teas along with their authentic peanut macaroons or sugar cubes. It’s amazing to see how these traditional Cinnamon recipes can help people to wave off the hustle and bustle of busy Sudanian streets, and these teas are really adored by the local Sudanese communities. This super delicious Sudanese Cinnamon black tea or “Shai” recipe descends from these Sudanian street vendors, and it is a really simple recipe to make. You can use natural Cinnamon Sticks & Black teas from Asami Collection to brew this amazing tea. (Try now)

Here’s how to brew this tea.

Ingredients 

  • 2 Cups water
  • 2 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 1 Teaspoons of Asami Black tea leaves 
  • Sugar to the taste 

Method of Brewing

  1. Bring the water to boil in a pot
  2. For a strong Cinnamon flavor, you can place cinnamon sticks in the water while heats up
  3. Add tea leaves into the boiling water and let the mix simmer for 1-2 minutes
  4. Add sugar if desired
  5. Strain the tea into the teacup
  6. Place a new cinnamon stick in the cup and serve.

 

Rooibos Peach Iced Tea

Rooibos or Red tea is an integral part of African tea culture and with Rooibos, the possibilities are countless. This Peach Iced tea recipe, perhaps the most popular Rooibos recipe of all, and of course the most delicious one as well. This caffeine free Peach recipe will make a perfect summer refreshment & enjoyment. You can use fresh summer Peaches with Rooibos teas from Asami collection to brew this amazing tea. (Try now)

Here’s how to brew this tea.

Ingredients 

  • 4 Cups water
  • 4 Teaspoons of Rooibos tea (or 4 tea bags)
  • 1 or 2 fruits of fresh Peach  
  • Sugar to the taste 

Method of Brewing

  1. Pour boiled water over rooibos tea leaves in a pitcher & steep for 4-5 minutes
  2. Strain the rooibos residue or tea bags and transfer the brew into a clean pitcher
  3. Juice the fresh peach in a separate container
  4. Mix the fresh peach juice with brew Rooibos tea
  5. Add sugar if desired 
  6. Refrigerate the mix & serve it over ice 
  7. It’s so refreshing & delicious

 African Mocktail Cold Brew

A dreamy fusion of some of the most sought-after African teas and herbs! These teas are not only delicious but also represent the heritage and pride of Africa as a leading tea nation. We have made this recipe as a cold brew, but you could brew it as a simple iced tea as well. You can use Black teas and Rooibos teas from the Asami collection along with the other herbs to brew this amazing tea. (Try now)

Here’s how to brew this tea.

Ingredients 

  • 4 Cups water
  • 1 Teaspoon of Asami tea
  • 1 Tea spoon of Rooibos tea
  • 1 Tea spoon of Chamomile tea
  • 1/2 Tea spoon of Mint 
  • ½ of a fresh orange - sliced 
  • Sugar or honey for the taste

Method of Brewing

  1. Pour water and all the ingredients into a pitcher and close the lid
  2. Leave the mixture in the refrigerator and let it steep for 6-8  hours 
  3. Strain the mix after 6-8 hours and transfer the brew into a clean pitcher
  4. Add sugar or honey to the taste
  5. So Smooth & So Refreshing!
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