Kashmiri kahwa is a traditional green tea preparation that originates from the beautiful region of Kashmir, located in northern India. This warm, fragrant beverage has a rich history that is deeply intertwined with the cultural and culinary traditions of the Kashmir Valley.

The word “kahwa” comes from the Arabic term “qahwah,” which traditionally referred to coffee, but in the Kashmir region, it became synonymous with this unique tea. The origins of kahwa are often traced back to ancient trade routes that connected Central Asia, Persia (modern-day Iran), and the Indian subcontinent.