Homemade Kahwa Mix (Kahwa Powder): Recipe by Weight and Storage (Video)

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Learn how to blend a fragrant kahwa mix at home with just a few ingredients and a simple technique. This video walks you through the right proportions, grinding tips, brewing steps, and storage tricks so every cup is soothing and aromatic. We also point out the common mistake that can turn your kahwa muddy and how to avoid it. For the full recipe and extra details, check out the blog post on thecareonline.com. This is a home-care guide, not medical advice.

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Did you know a 145-gram jar makes 45 cups of kahwa?

Did you know a 145-gram jar makes 45 cups of kahwa?

Homemade Kahwa Mix

In this video you'll learn how to blend a fragrant kahwa mix at home and discover the single mistake that can ruin its flavor.

Kahwa Mix Basics

The mix starts with 100 grams of loose green tea, the caffeine backbone, plus 20 grams of whole green cardamom pods, 10 grams of Ceylon cinnamon, and 8 grams of fennel seeds. Together they weigh roughly 145 grams, enough for about 45 to 50 cups of tea, perfect for a month or two of daily sipping.

Jar yields 45-50 cups

A single jar of this blend, about 145 grams, will give you roughly 45 to 50 heaped-teaspoon servings, each making a cup of aromatic kahwa. That’s enough to keep your kitchen stocked without waste.

Grinding & Mixing

The biggest pitfall is grinding everything to a fine dust. Fine particles slip through the strainer and make the drink gritty. Aim for a coarse texture, like suji, and leave the tea leaves mostly whole. If you need a travel-friendly powder, grind everything fine and use a paper or cloth filter, but brew it quickly and use it up fast.

Brewing Kahwa

Heat 250 milliliters of water to a rolling boil, then let it sit a minute until it’s around 90 °C. Add a heaped teaspoon of the mix, cover the pot or cup, and steep for three minutes. Covering traps the cardamom aroma, and a short steep keeps the tea from turning bitter.

If the brew feels too strong, simply use a little less mix next time. If it turns bitter, lower the water temperature a bit and shorten the steep to keep the flavors bright.

Storage Tips

Store the blend in an airtight glass jar away from heat, light, and moisture. Always use a dry spoon; a wet one can cause clumping and mold, especially in monsoon weather. The mix stays best for two to three months, after which the aroma fades.

The one mistake to avoid

The single most important habit is to grind the cardamom and cinnamon only to a coarse consistency. Fine powder will slip through your strainer, leaving the tea muddy and gritty. Keep the texture coarse, and your kahwa will stay clear, fragrant, and enjoyable every cup.

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