Kolkata Chai Co Decaf Masala Chai

Not at all. This is truly decaf, and several customers specifically mentioned enjoying it before bed without any sleep issues. One reviewer noted they 'can drink it at night and it does not keep me awake,' which is great news if you love chai but are sensitive to caffeine.

This delivers that traditional, authentic masala chai taste you'd expect from a quality chai blend. The spice profile features prominent ginger and cinnamon notes, and multiple reviewers praised the authentic flavor. It's concentrated and bold, so you can adjust the strength to your preference—just note that the package instructions call for 3 teaspoons, which many found too strong. Most people found 1-2 teaspoons per cup worked better.

No, and that's actually a plus for many people. It contains no added sugar, so you control exactly how sweet you want your chai. This means you can make it with your preferred sweetener (honey, sugar, maple syrup) or skip it entirely. Just be aware you'll need to add your own milk and sweetener—it's not a ready-to-drink mix.

Yes, it's quite beginner-friendly. Since it's decaf, you don't have to worry about timing it around caffeine sensitivity, and you can experiment with sweetener levels without commitment. The concentrated flavor is forgiving—you can start light and add more if needed. Just shake the bag before each use, as the spices tend to settle to the top, and start with less tea than the instructions suggest (1-2 teaspoons instead of 3).

The package says 20 cups, but in practice you'll likely get more. Since most users find the recommended 3 teaspoons per cup too strong and use 1-2 teaspoons instead, you could stretch this to 25-30 cups depending on how strong you like your chai. That said, some reviewers felt it was pricey, so factor that into whether the cost per cup works for you.

A few customers reported receiving bags that arrived opened or with damaged packaging, which can affect freshness. If that happens to you, contact the seller right away for a replacement. Also, give the bag a good shake before scooping—the spices naturally rise to the top during shipping, so mixing helps ensure consistent flavor in every cup.