Description

Macofa CTC Tea Powder is processed by crushing, tearing, and curling the leaf into small granules. This maximises surface area, so the tea releases colour and strength almost immediately. This is the grade most Indian households use for daily chai, and the one that holds up best in a full-milk brew.

Who it's for: Perfect if you want the strongest possible cup, brew with plenty of milk, or make tea for a family every morning. Also the most economical grade per cup.

Taste profile: Bold, malty, and assertive with a deep red-brown liquor. Built for milk and sugar rather than drinking plain.

How to enjoy it: Boil with water and milk together for traditional chai, or steep 2 minutes in boiling water before adding milk. Works well with ginger, cardamom and lemongrass.

Ingredients: 100% Black Tea (CTC grade)

Allergen info: Packed in a facility that also handles nuts and milk products.

Shelf life: Best before 12 months from packing. Store in an airtight container away from moisture and sunlight.

FAQs

What is CTC tea?

CTC stands for Crush, Tear, Curl — a processing method that turns tea leaves into small granules instead of leaving them whole. It produces the strongest, fastest-brewing cup, which is why it's the standard for Indian chai.

Is CTC lower quality than leaf tea?

No, it's a different style for a different purpose. CTC is built for strength and milk; Premium Leaf Tea is built for subtlety and drinking plain. Neither is better — they suit different cups.

Why is my tea bitter?

CTC over-extracts if steeped too long. Keep it to 2–3 minutes. If you boil it with milk, take it off the heat as soon as it comes to a rolling boil.

Which is stronger, CTC or BOP?

CTC. If you want something slightly less intense with more leaf character, our Macofa Tea Powder BOP is the step down.

How many cups per 250g?

Roughly 100–120 cups at one teaspoon per cup.

Do you deliver across India?

Yes — free delivery across India with no minimum order.