Combo Cardamom & Raisins

What does this cardamom and raisins combo contain?

This combo contains 100g of Kerala green cardamom (bold 8mm pods) and 300g of golden kishmish raisins, total 400g. It is a chai-lover's essential — cardamom for flavouring your daily tea, raisins for natural sweetness, and a small saving versus buying each separately.

Why is this combo called a chai lover's essential?

Every cup of authentic masala chai needs freshly crushed green cardamom, and many Indian households add a few raisins either to the tea itself or as a chai-time snack. Having both in one pack means you always have chai-time sorted. The cardamom lasts 12–18 months, the raisins 6 months.

How long will 100g of cardamom pods last in daily chai use?

100g of whole cardamom contains approximately 180–220 pods. If you make 2 cups of chai per day using 2 pods each, that is roughly 4 pods daily — so 100g lasts about 45–55 days. If you also use it in sweets and biryani, expect it to last about a month.

Are the cardamom pods whole or powdered?

Whole pods — always. Whole cardamom retains its essential oils and aroma for 12–18 months, while pre-ground cardamom loses most of its flavour in 3 months. Crush the pods fresh just before adding to chai, kheer or biryani for the authentic taste.

Can this combo be used for making kheer and sweets?

Yes — cardamom and raisins are two of the three classic ingredients in Indian kheer and sweets (the third being ghee). Crush 3–4 cardamom pods and add 1 tablespoon of raisins to kheer, sevaiyan, halwa, phirni or sheera — the combination is traditional and essential.