Sip Mumbai’s Favourite Cutting Chai On Your Next International Air India Flight!

Some experiences feel distinctly Indian, and cutting chai is one of them. Whether picked up from a busy street corner during the monsoon, enjoyed between meetings or shared over conversations with friends, the humble cup of chai is more than a beverage. It is a familiar ritual that brings people together. Now, Air India is taking that experience to the skies. Want to know how? Read on!

Air India To Serve Masala Chai In First & Business Class On International Flights

Air India is serving Cutting Chai – Masala Flavour in First and Business Class on international flights, giving passengers a familiar taste of India during their journey. The offering is part of the airline’s focus on incorporating Indian flavours and experiences into its onboard service. Developed in collaboration with Tata Consumer Products Ltd. (TCPL), the masala chai draws inspiration from the street-style cutting chai popular across India. The blend combines tea with aromatic spices, creating a flavour profile that is familiar to Indian travellers while offering international guests a taste of a much-loved Indian tradition.

The presentation also stays close to the original experience. Served in a compact, single-serve portion, the chai mirrors the format associated with cutting chai at neighbourhood tea stalls. Prepared onboard, it adds a familiar and comforting touch to the inflight beverage service.

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From Street-Side Chai To 35,000 Feet

For many Indian travellers, the aroma of masala chai can bring back memories of roadside tea stalls, rainy evenings and conversations with friends. On an international flight, that familiarity can make a long journey feel a little more like home. The offering has also received recognition beyond its cultural appeal. Air India’s Cutting Chai recently won the Best Onboard Beverage (Hot) award from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX), highlighting the airline’s efforts to bring distinctive food and beverage experiences to its passengers.

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For international travellers, the drink offers a small introduction to an everyday Indian ritual. For Indians flying home or abroad, it brings a familiar taste into an unfamiliar setting. As Air India continues to reshape its passenger experience, the addition of cutting chai shows how even simple details can add a sense of place to a journey. At 35,000 feet, a small cup of chai can offer something more than warmth. It can offer a taste of home.

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