Ooty Silver Oak Chocolate Tea 500g — Estate Cocoa Chai from Silver Oak Nilgiris | OotyMade

Silver Oak Estate’s aromatic, clean-liquor character makes it the ideal base for chocolate tea — the lightness of the Silver Oak tea allows the natural cocoa notes to come through cleanly rather than fighting with a bold, heavy tea base. Where the Homewood Chocolate Tea is rich and robust, Silver Oak Chocolate Tea is aromatic and refined — the same two Ooty signatures (tea and chocolate) in a different register.

At 500g, this is the large-format option for households that have discovered Ooty chocolate tea and want to make it their daily cup.

• 🍫 Natural Cocoa Meets Silver Oak Aromatics — The lightness of Silver Oak estate tea lets the cocoa character develop fully. Aromatic, warm, distinctively Ooty.
• 🏔️ Silver Oak Estate Base — Nilgiris Single Estate — Named estate origin, high altitude, aromatic character that complements rather than masks the cocoa notes.
• ✨ Ooty in a Cup — The two things Ooty is most famous for — tea and chocolate — in a single blend, from the same mountain ecosystem.
• 📦 500g — Daily Cup Format — For households that have found their signature chai. The large format for committed drinkers.
• 🎁 The Most Distinctive Ooty Gift — There is nothing else quite like Ooty chocolate tea. The 500g format makes a generous, unforgettable gift.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How is Silver Oak Chocolate Tea different from Homewood Chocolate Tea?
The estate base is different. Silver Oak is lighter and more aromatic — the chocolate character comes through cleanly. Homewood is bolder and more robust — the chocolate blends with a stronger tea body. Both are excellent; Silver Oak is the choice for a more aromatic, refined cup.

Does it taste sweet?
The tea itself has no added sugar. The cocoa adds a natural earthiness and warmth rather than sweetness. Add sugar to taste when brewing.

The Nilgiris — India's Blue Mountains — grows tea at 6,000 feet above sea level, where cool year-round temperatures (15–20°C), two annual monsoons, and mineral-rich volcanic soil create growing conditions found nowhere else in India.

At this altitude, tea plants grow more slowly. Slower growth concentrates the natural compounds — polyphenols, catechins, aromatic oils — that give Nilgiris tea its characteristic brightness, natural sweetness, and clean, clear liquor.

What makes OotyMade's tea range unique is traceability. We source from named estates — Kannavarai, Homewood, Darmona, Homedale, Silver Oak — so you know exactly which garden your tea comes from. No anonymous blends. No imported material. Just the Blue Mountains.

All teas are packed fresh at source and dispatched within 48 hours of your order.

For Milk Chai (Traditional Indian Method)

1. Add 200ml water to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Add 1 heaped teaspoon (3–4g) of tea powder.
3. Simmer for 2–3 minutes on medium heat.
4. Add 50–75ml full-fat milk.
5. Simmer for 1 more minute.
6. Add sugar to taste, strain, and serve immediately.

For Black Tea (Plain, Without Milk)

1. Heat water to 90–95°C (just below boiling).
2. Add 1 teaspoon tea powder per 200ml.
3. Steep for 2–3 minutes maximum.
4. Strain immediately into your cup.
5. Add lemon or honey if desired — never milk with black tea.

For Iced Tea

1. Brew double-strength (2 teaspoons per 200ml).
2. Steep for 3 minutes.
3. Strain directly over a glass full of ice.
4. Add lemon slices and honey.

Nilgiris tea stays crystal clear when iced — no cloudiness.

The daily chocolate chai — for households who have discovered chocolate tea and want to make it their morning ritual. Pair with OotyMade Dark Chocolate or Milk Chocolate for the ultimate chocolate indulgence. An excellent and distinctive housewarming or Diwali gift. The 500g format makes it the best value chocolate tea for regular drinkers

Shelf life: 12 months from packing date. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong odours. The cocoa notes are best preserved in a sealed container — reseal immediately after each use.

All tea is packed fresh at source and vacuum-sealed or airtight-sealed before dispatch.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight (degrades chlorophyll and antioxidants), moisture (causes mould and off-flavours), strong odours (tea absorbs surrounding aromas rapidly), and heat above 30°C.

Best practice

Transfer to a ceramic or glass airtight container on receipt — a dedicated tea tin stored in a kitchen cabinet is ideal.

Signs of freshness

Fresh Nilgiris tea has a bright, clean aroma on opening. If the aroma has faded significantly, the tea is past its prime — though still safe to consume.

Free shipping on all orders above Rs. 2,000.

Pan-India delivery

We deliver to all 28 states and 8 union territories of India. Dispatch is within 48 hours of order confirmation.

Delivery time

Metro cities: 2–3 business days.
All other cities: 3–5 business days.
Remote areas: 5–7 business days.

Packaging

All teas are packed in sealed, moisture-proof packaging to preserve freshness during transit.

Returns policy

As a food product, we do not accept returns. If your product arrives damaged or incorrect, please WhatsApp us with a photo within 24 hours — we will arrange an immediate replacement at no cost to you.