Kahwa-Inspired Green Tea with Cardamom and Cinnamon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-03 · Updated 2026-08-03

A soothing Kashmiri green tea infused with cardamom, cinnamon, and saffron, perfect for relaxation and warmth. This Indian-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together water, green tea leaves, green cardamom pods, lightly crushed 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 30 calories and feeds 3, 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

• 3 cups water
• 2 tsp green tea leaves
• 4 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
• 1 (2 inch) cinnamon stick
• 4-5 saffron strands
• 1 tbsp crushed almonds
• 1 tbsp (optional) honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tsp green tea leaves, 4 lightly crushed green cardamom pods, and 1 cinnamon stick; reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in 4-5 saffron strands and 1 tbsp crushed almonds; simmer for another 2 minutes until the tea turns golden and aromatic.
4. Step 4: Strain the tea into cups, discarding solids.
5. Step 5: Sweeten with 1 tbsp honey if desired, stirring until dissolved, and serve warm.