Ooty Silver Oak Masala Tea 500g — Estate Spiced Chai from Silver Oak Nilgiris | OotyMade

Silver Oak Estate masala chai — real spices blended into Silver Oak’s distinctively aromatic single-estate Nilgiris black tea, in the 500g format for households that want their morning masala chai to come from a named estate, not a commodity blend.

The Silver Oak estate’s lighter, more aromatic character creates a masala tea where individual spice notes are more distinct — you taste the cardamom, the ginger, and the cinnamon as separate notes in the first few seconds, before they blend into the warm masala finish. Different from the bolder Homewood Masala, where the spices merge into a unified robust chai.

• 🌶️ Real Multi-Spice Blend — Ginger, cardamom, clove, pepper, cinnamon. Not masala flavouring. Blended at the Nilgiris source factory with proportions calibrated for Silver Oak tea’s aromatic character.
• 🏔️ Silver Oak Estate Base — The aromatic, lighter character of Silver Oak tea lets individual spice notes breathe and develop in the cup.
• 📦 500g — Estate Quality at Household Scale — The premium estate masala chai in a size that makes daily use practical. Better value per cup than smaller packs.
• 🌿 Source Blended and Packed — Everything happens at the Nilgiris factory. Tea and spices, mixed and sealed at the source.
• 🎁 Premium Gift Choice — Estate masala chai at 500g is a thoughtful, generous gift for any serious chai household.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How does Silver Oak Masala Tea compare to Homewood Masala Tea?
Silver Oak is lighter and more aromatic — the spice notes are individually distinguishable. Homewood is bolder and more unified — the spices and tea merge into a robust, full-bodied masala. Choose Silver Oak for a more refined, aromatic masala. Choose Homewood for maximum boldness.

Is 500g good for a single household?
For a household drinking 2–3 cups of masala chai daily, 500g lasts approximately 5–6 months. It is fresh-packed and stores well in an airtight container for 12–18 months.

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 premium daily masala chai for serious spice chai households — the 500g provides approximately 5–6 months of daily use. Pairs with GI-Tagged Ooty Varkey for the authentic tea-time experience. Combine with Silver Oak Ginger Tea for a complete Silver Oak estate spiced tea gift collection for Pongal or Diwali gifting

Shelf life: 12 months from packing date. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Volatile spice oils preserve best 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.