KESAR KAHWA

  • Amir Khusro, the poet, describes Kashmir as Gar Firdaus, ruhe zamin ast, hamin asto, hamin asto, hamin ast” it means “ If there is paradise on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here…”.

  • Even today, as we see pictures of Kashmir captured through the lens of various photographers, it looks like paradise, every traveller will vouch for it. The lush green meadows, the gently winding streams that merge into the Indus and Jhelum rives, the verdant forests which have watched the valley.

  • The imposing Pir Panjal and Zabarwan range add to the landscape. Close your eyes and think of these elements and you will feel mesmerised by its visuals. 

  • Kashmiris and Kahwa go hand in hand; the region experiences harsh weather which can leave you feeling rather lazy and frozen. Winter is the season when you enjoy a warm cup of tea, to keep you charged with energy.

  • It acts as appetizer at first place and digestive after the meals due to inclusion of jaggery.

  • Green tea is source of infusing antioxidants to your body cells after mitochondria energy burn out to control your free radicals.

  • There are more, but we campaign for your anti cancer health life with this cup of KAHWA.

  • Starting the day with a hot cup of tea is a daily ritual for most of us. It refreshes you, energises you and prepares you to face the day ahead. However, it has been known since ages that teas are much more than just a wakeup call.
  • They are a wonderful remedy for various health issues like when you are suffering from cold or an upset stomach, or even when fighting stress or morning sickness.
  • Kahwa tea is one such beverage which is an amazing combination of delicious taste, aroma and a bundle of health benefits. It has been known to be a part of Kashmir’s cuisine since ages.
  • Due to the presence of saffron, it serves as a warming drink and helps to withstand the cold winters. Kahwa is an exotic mix of Kashmiri green tea leaves, whole spices, nuts and saffron, which was traditionally prepared in a brass kettle known as samovar. The samovar has a central cavity where hot coal is placed while the surrounding space is reserved for boiling the water and other ingredients for the tea.
  • There are different types of kahwa tea depending on the combinations of ingredients used, and each one has its own distinct flavour and aroma.
  • An ideal Kashmiri Kahwa contains saffron, cinnamon, cardamom and cloves along with one or two dried fruits such as cherries, apples, raisins, pine nuts, pistachios, walnuts, almonds, cashew nuts, dried apricots or dates.