Fennel and Dry Ginger Spiced Kashmiri Kahwa Tea

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

A soothing traditional Kashmiri green tea brewed with aromatic saffron, cinnamon, cardamom, and garnished with crushed almonds for warmth and flavor. This Indian-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together water, green tea leaves, cinnamon stick for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 60 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 2 tsp green tea leaves
• 1 (2-inch) cinnamon stick
• 4 whole, crushed green cardamom pods
• 1 tsp fennel seeds
• 1/2 tsp dry ginger powder
• 1/4 tsp saffron strands
• 2 tbsp crushed almonds
• 2 tsp (optional) honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Add 1 cinnamon stick, 4 crushed green cardamom pods, 1 tsp fennel seeds, and 1/2 tsp dry ginger powder. Let simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the spices.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tsp green tea leaves and 1/4 tsp saffron strands to the spiced water. Reduce heat to low and steep for 3-4 minutes until the tea is golden and aromatic.
3. Step 3: Strain the tea into cups, discarding the solids. Stir in 2 tsp honey if desired for sweetness.
4. Step 4: Garnish each cup with 2 tbsp crushed almonds and serve immediately for a warming Kashmiri experience.