Kahwah

Kahwah (also transliterated as qehwa, kehwa or kahwa) is the traditional preparation of green tea (Camellia sinensis) widely consumed in India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, and some regions of Central Asia.

A samovar, which originates from Russia, consists of a fire container running as a central cavity, in which live coals are placed to keep the tea warm.

Kahwah may also be made in normal pots and kettles, as modern day urban living may not always permit the use of elaborate samovars.

Peshawari Qehwa (a variety of Kahwah found in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) is traditionally made with Jasmine tea and green cardamom.

[2] Today, this historically popular drink is usually served to guests or as part of a celebration dinner, and saffron (kong) is added to the kahwah for special visitors in Kashmir.