It’s not just chai. It’s Irani chai — pure Hyderabadi magic.

Brought by Persian settlers over 100 years ago.

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Creamy, strong, and slightly sweet — it’s not your average tea.

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Always served in white ceramic cups, never paper.

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Best enjoyed with Osmania biscuits or bun maska.

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Nimrah Café, Shah Ghouse, and Paradise serve cult-favorite versions.

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Locals start politics, poetry, and plans over this chai.

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Rainy days + Irani chai = unbeatable Hyderabad moment.

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Ever tasted Irani chai at Charminar during sunrise?