{"id":189,"date":"2026-08-12T17:31:28","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T17:31:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tisaneaddict.com\/?post_type=product&p=189"},"modified":"2026-09-20T12:46:28","modified_gmt":"2026-09-20T12:46:28","slug":"the-sheikh-ahlou","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.tisaneaddict.com\/en\/produit\/the-cheikh-ahlou\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheikh Ahlou Green Tea 41022 \u2013 Chaara Loose-Leaf Tea 200 g"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Herbal Tea Addict \u2022 Cheikh Ahlou 41022 \u2022 Chaara Tea<\/span> <\/p>\n

Cheikh Ahlou Green Tea 41022: Premium-Quality Loose-Leaf Tea<\/h2>\n

Moroccans call it chaara<\/strong>, literally \u00abthe hair\u00bb: a green tea made up of fine, twisted strands, stronger than \u201cgrain\u201d tea, and the emblem of tea from the Saharan regions. With its grade 41022<\/strong>, a classic Chunmee, Cheikh Ahlou offers a premium-quality version in a 200-gram box of loose-leaf tea.<\/p>\n

Loose-leaf tea<\/span> Chaara<\/span> Grade 41022<\/span> Premium quality<\/span> 100% Green Tea<\/span> Bulk, 200 g<\/span> Southern Tea<\/span> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Cheikh Ahlou Green Tea 41022: What You Need to Know Before Buying<\/h2>\n

Sheikh Ahlou 41022 is a strand-style green tea\u2014known as \u201cchaara\u201d in Morocco\u2014sold in a 200-gram box of loose-leaf tea, premium quality. The number 41022 refers to a classic grade of chunmee green tea, with thin, twisted leaves that produce a dark amber, full-bodied, and clean-tasting infusion\u2014more intense than that of whole-leaf teas. This is the preferred style of tea in the Saharan regions for the \u201cthree glasses\u201d ritual, prepared slowly in a small metal teapot and served very sweet, with or without mint. It naturally contains caffeine and is enjoyed from morning through late afternoon.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Chaara: The Other Side of Moroccan Tea<\/h2>\n

In Morocco, the world of tea is divided into two categories: tea leaves rolled into pearls, and chaara\u2014those thin, twisted leaves whose name means \u00abhair\u00bb in Arabic. The further south you go, the more prevalent chaara becomes: it is this tea that fills the teapots of the Sahara, from desert camps to the homes of Laayoune and Dakhla, where tea is prepared slowly and drunk strong.<\/p>\n

Sheikh Ahlou 41022 fits perfectly into this tradition, right down to the imagery on its box: the desert, the caravan, the blue man, and his teapot resting on the sand. Its grade, 41022\u2014a historic reference in the chunmee classification system\u2014promises uniform strands and a full-bodied brew: dark amber, clean, and crafted to withstand the generous amount of sugar and the prolonged steeping typical of the Saharan ritual.<\/p>\n

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Strands, for a full-bodied tea<\/h3>\n

The thin, twisted leaves of chaara release their character more generously than the pearls: the cup is full-bodied, darker, and more robust.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Grade 41022: A Safe Bet<\/h3>\n

In the classification system for Chunmee green tea, each grade has its own number. The 41022 is among the most sought-after on the Moroccan market: a designation that connoisseurs recognize at a glance.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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The Tea of the Three-Glass Ritual<\/h3>\n

This is the kind of tea traditionally brewed over long periods in the Sahara, where the same teapot is used for three successive rounds, each with its own distinct character.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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200 g bulk, premium quality<\/h3>\n

A generous format that lets you control the amount you use, from a light morning tea to rich blends for special occasions.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Our Tisane Addict Review of Cheikh Ahlou 41022<\/h2>\n

We wanted a true chaara in our catalog, and this one checks all the right boxes: even strands, very little dust at the bottom of the box, and above all, that consistency in the brew that this style is known for. Where many teas lose their flavor by the second infusion, this one delivers three infusions without losing strength\u2014which is exactly what we look for in a tea from the South. Sweet\u2014as is customary\u2014it retains its character rather than being overshadowed by the sugar.<\/p>\n

Chaara, or tea leaves, is often a matter of family and region: if your go-to tea is typically from the North\u2014mild and rolled into pearls\u2014our Grain Rafi\u00e2a Sultan Green Tea<\/a> is the classic example of this. The two styles complement each other very well: the \"grains\" for light, everyday tea, and the \"chaara\" for full-bodied brews that last.<\/p>\n

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Aspect<\/span> <\/p>\n

Fine, dark, twisted strands that give the liquor a deep, dark amber color.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Taste<\/span> <\/p>\n

Full-bodied and straightforward, with a distinct herbal bitterness that calls for sugar and lingers throughout the three glasses.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Style<\/span> <\/p>\n

Tea from the Saharan regions and the \"three glasses\" ritual: strong, sweet, and shared without rushing.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Composition<\/span> <\/p>\n

100% green tea strands, Chunmee grade 41022. No added flavorings.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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How to Prepare It, From the Sahara to Your Kitchen<\/h2>\n

In Saharan tradition, chaara is prepared in a small metal teapot placed over hot coals or a stove: a good handful of tea leaves, a first rinse that\u2019s poured out, then a slow steeping, a generous amount of sugar, and that long process of pouring back and forth between the teapot and glasses, which aerates the tea and creates the foam. At home, a simplified version works very well: one tablespoon for a small teapot, a quick rinse, then 5 minutes over very low heat before adding sugar and pouring from a height.<\/p>\n

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The Three-Glass Ritual<\/h3>\n

The same teapot is used for three rounds of tea, ranging from the strongest to the mildest: take your time\u2014that\u2019s the whole philosophy of desert tea.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Nice and sweet, just like back home<\/h3>\n

Chaara is made for sugar: it\u2019s what brings out the balance in the blend, between herbal strength and sweetness.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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With or without mint<\/h3>\n

In the Sahara, people often drink it without mint so they can savor the tea itself; a few fresh mint leaves are still welcome if that\u2019s what you\u2019re used to.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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For the moments we share<\/h3>\n

Evening gatherings, reunions, afternoons that stretch on and on: the strong, sweet tea of the chaara is perfect for long conversations.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Product references<\/h2>\n
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Product name<\/div>\n
Cheikh Ahlou 41022, loose-leaf tea (chaara), premium quality<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Brand<\/div>\n
Cheikh Ahlou, an iconic brand in the Moroccan tea market<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Type<\/div>\n
Plain loose-leaf green tea, twisted thread-like leaves (contains caffeine)<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Rank<\/div>\n
41022, a classic reference in the Chunmee green tea classification system<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Aromatic profile<\/div>\n
Full-bodied and bold, a dark amber liqueur with a distinct herbal bitterness; ideal when served very sweet and after prolonged steeping<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Composition<\/div>\n
100% Green Tea<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Format<\/div>\n
200-gram box of loose-leaf tea<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Barcode (EAN-13)<\/div>\n
6111269580012<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Recommended preparation<\/div>\n
1 tablespoon per small teapot, quick rinse, 5 minutes over very low heat, a generous amount of sugar, served from the top. Up to three consecutive infusions<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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FAQ: Cheikh Ahlou Green Tea 41022<\/h2>\n
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What does \"chaara\" mean in reference to Cheikh Ahlou 41022 tea?<\/h3>\n
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Chaara means \u00abhair\u00bb in Arabic: it is the name Moroccans give to strand-shaped green tea\u2014those thin, twisted leaves that are distinct from tea rolled into pellets. Sheikh Ahlou 41022 belongs to this family, which is particularly prized in the Saharan regions for its full-bodied character.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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What does the number 41022 on the Cheikh Ahlou box mean?<\/h3>\n
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It is a grade within the Chunmee green tea classification system, a style of twisted-leaf tea historically exported to Morocco and West Africa. Each number corresponds to a specific size and quality of leaf; 41022 is among the best-known and most sought-after varieties on the market.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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What does Cheikh Ahlou 41022 green tea taste like?<\/h3>\n
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Expect a full-bodied tea: a dark amber infusion, a distinct herbal character, and a pronounced bitterness, designed to be balanced by a generous amount of sugar. This profile is more intense than that of loose-leaf teas, true to the style of teas from southern Morocco.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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How do you prepare Cheikh Ahlou 41022 the Saharan way?<\/h3>\n
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Use one tablespoon of tea leaves for a small metal teapot. Quickly rinse the tea with boiling water, discard that first infusion, then let it steep for about 5 minutes over very low heat with a generous amount of sugar. Pour from a height to aerate the tea and create foam, and refill the teapot: tradition calls for three consecutive rounds.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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What is the difference between chaara tea and tea beans?<\/h3>\n
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Chaara consists of thin, twisted leaves that yield a full-bodied, darker brew, while tea pellets, rolled into beads, produce a milder, lighter cup. In Morocco, chaara is often associated with tea from the south and the Sahara, and tea pellets with tea from the north: two traditions, two distinct characters, and often a deeply rooted family preference.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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When is the best time to drink Cheikh Ahlou 41022 tea?<\/h3>\n
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Like all green teas, it naturally contains caffeine and has a full-bodied character that makes it ideal for mornings, after meals, and social afternoons. For late evenings, a caffeine-free herbal tea is a more natural choice to follow in the teapot.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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