Jaipur
Jaipur
Masala Chai with Dry Fruits
Jaipur's Pink City heritage is matched by its love of rich, indulgent chai. Rajasthani masala chai is thicker, sweeter, and loaded with warming spices including black pepper, dry ginger (saunth), and cloves. Dry fruits are sometimes added for warmth in the desert winters. The city's havelis serve chai as hospitality to every guest.
Best Time for Chai
Winter mornings (October–February, 6–9 AM)
Local Brews
- Rajasthani masala chai
- Saunth chai
- Kesar chai
- Dry fruit chai
Popular Chai Spots
Frequently Asked
What spices go into Jaipur's masala chai?
Jaipur masala chai typically uses dry ginger (saunth), black pepper, cloves, green cardamom, cinnamon, and sometimes nutmeg. The blend is heavier in warming spices compared to chai from other regions — ideal for Rajasthan's cold desert winters.
What is the chai culture like in Jaipur's Old City?
In the Old City havelis and bazaars, chai is a gesture of hospitality. No business meeting or family visit starts without a thick, sweet cup of chai. Street-side chai wallahs in Johari Bazaar have been at the same spot for generations.