Bombay After Dark: A Chai-Inspired Journey Through India's Spice Markets

Close your eyes and imagine the streets of Mumbai after sunset — the warm glow of lanterns, the drift of incense, the sound of chai being poured into clay cups. That's the world Bombay After Dark was born from.

The Story Behind the Blend

Inspired by the bustling spice markets of India after sunset, Bombay After Dark is a bold and deeply warming blend layered with rich Assam tea, roasted chicory, and aromatic spices. Smooth yet intense, this blend captures the feeling of glowing lanterns, drifting incense, and the comforting heat of spiced chai shared late into the evening.

What's Inside Your Cup

Every sip of Bombay After Dark is a layered experience. The robust Assam black tea base is deepened by roasted chicory - a traditional addition that adds body and a subtle earthiness. Then come the spices: crushed cardamom, cinnamon, star anise, ginger, black pepper, orange peel, cloves, fennel, and nutmeg. Each one plays a role, building warmth from the first sip to the last.

Tasting Notes

Bold spice · warm cardamom · rich cinnamon · subtle citrus

How to Brew It

Hot Tea

Use 1-1.5 tsp per 240 mL of water at 100°C and steep for 5-6 minutes. The longer steep brings out the full depth of the spices.

Traditional Chai

For a truly authentic experience, simmer 1.5 tsp of the blend in water for 5 minutes, then add your milk of choice and simmer for another 2–3 minutes. Sweeten with honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar. This method unlocks the full chai experience - creamy, spiced, and deeply satisfying.

Perfect Pairings

Bombay After Dark pairs beautifully with spiced nuts, butter cookies, and baklava. Think rich, sweet, and slightly indulgent - the kind of snacks that belong beside a warming cup of chai on a cool evening.

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