Try Kazakh tea

Kazakhstan is one of the top tea consuming countries in the world, which is not surprising when you understand that drinking tea is a daily routine engraved in lives of the Kazakh people.

In Kazakhstan, tea is traditionally served with milk and sugar. Kazakh people drink it during their meals in small cups, as well as after eating. Drinking tea after a meal is a long tradition that serves as a moment where family members are gathered to spend some time together, creating a lively and warm atmosphere around the household.

You won't only find tea at meals, though. In fact, as you travel through Kazakhstan, you'll realise that local people drink it throughout the day - from breakfast to lunch and dinner, after work or right before going to sleep, you can probably find tea in most situations.

Locals are so passionate about it that you can hardly visit the country without trying this popular drink. When visiting Taraz or the surrounding area, KishMish is a great place where you can try Kazakh tea. Of course, you should also expect that it will accompany many of the local dishes that you're served as you explore the culinary richness of Kazakhstan.