Why Wagh Bakri?
Founded in 1892 in Gujarat, Wagh Bakri (literally "Tiger Goat" — the logo shows a tiger and goat drinking tea together, symbolizing their tea bringing different people together) is India's largest family-owned tea company.
Their "Special International Blend" is specifically formulated for overseas water quality — it brews stronger in US/UK water than teas designed for Indian water. This is not marketing; it's chemistry.
The Two Product Lines
Wagh Bakri Premium Tea Bags (100 count, 200g)
Best for: People who brew their chai properly — boil water, add tea bag, steep 3-5 min, add milk and sugar.These are not flimsy tea bags. Each bag has enough tea for a strong, full cup. The International Blend is specifically designed for hard water common in the US and UK.
Brewing tip: Use one tea bag per cup. Boil water first (don't just use hot water). Steep 4 minutes for medium strength, 6 minutes for strong. Add milk after removing tea bag.
Wagh Bakri Instant Tea Premix (Variety Pack)
Best for: Office chai, travel, when you can't be bothered to brew.Each sachet contains pre-mixed tea, milk powder, and sugar. Just add hot water. Available in three flavors:
- Elaichi (Cardamom) — Sweet, aromatic, the most popular Indian chai flavor
- Ginger (Adrak) — Slightly spicy, great for cold weather or sore throats
- Masala — Full spice blend: cardamom + ginger + cinnamon + cloves
Buy Instant Chai Variety Pack →
Which Should You Buy?
The Perfect Cup of Indian Chai (Traditional Method)
1. Boil 1 cup water + 1/2 cup milk together 2. Add 1 Wagh Bakri tea bag (or 1.5 tsp loose tea) 3. Add sugar/desi khand to taste 4. Simmer on low heat for 2-3 minutes 5. Strain and serve in a cutting chai glass if you're fancy
Pro tip: Adding a pinch of ginger powder and crushed cardamom to Wagh Bakri Premium Tea makes it almost as good as the real chai wala. Almost.