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Chai Dreams: From India to Boston, A Family's Spiced Success
21 Apr
Summary
- Couple launched Boston Chai Party in 2015 selling authentic Indian chai concentrate.
- They partner directly with tea estates, bypassing traditional distributors.
- The business supports the Assam community through donations and aid.
Vishal Thapar and Rohini Sen, after noticing a gap in high-quality chai availability in the U.S., launched Boston Chai Party in 2015. Their company specializes in unsweetened chai concentrate, made with authentic Indian spices and free from preservatives. Unlike typical industry practices involving multiple intermediaries, Boston Chai Party sources directly from tea estates, ensuring freshness and quality.
The couple established a strong connection with a farm in Assam, India, viewing the workers as an extended family. This relationship is a core motivation for their business. They actively support the Assam community by donating hygiene products and school supplies. The concentrate is produced in Boston, with the company partnering with CommonWealth Kitchen and Community Work Services.
Chai holds cultural significance for Thapar and Sen, symbolizing breaks and connection. Their background in cancer research informs their understanding of chai's health benefits. The business is now expanding to include health-focused tea varieties, sourcing from various Indian farms.
