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Simple Iced Chai Latte

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Turn regular black tea into a chilled chai latte with spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger. Add honey, milk, and ice to make a homemade drink that's easily customizable. The secret lies in letting the spices steep fully and cooling the mixture down before adding frothy milk and ice. Play with milk choices and garnish to make it your own.
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Maria from tastyhush
Updated on Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:17:46 GMT
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The smooth mix of flavorful spices and rich vanilla make this cool Iced Chai Latte something special. You'll find two ways to make it - the traditional method or a quick version for when you're in a hurry.

Key Ingredients

  • Black tea: Pick Darjeeling or Assam for a strong flavor
  • Cardamom pods: Use green ones for the real taste
  • Cinnamon: Ceylon works best
  • Vanilla: Either the bean or real extract works
  • Fresh ginger: Get the younger roots
  • Honey: Go for raw to get more flavor
  • Quality milk: Fattier milk makes it creamier

Instructions

Spice Preparation
Heat dry spices in a pan until they smell good. Lightly break them to get more flavor.
Tea Brewing
Heat water until almost boiling. Throw in spices and tea. Let it cook slowly for 5 minutes.
Sweetening Stage
Take off the heat. Put in honey and vanilla. Mix until it's all blended.
Cooling Process
Pour through strainer into a container. Let it cool down. Then stick it in the fridge.
Milk Preparation
Whip cold milk with a frother or shake it in a jar until it gets bubbly.
Assembly Method
Put ice in tall glasses. Fill about 2/3 with chai mix. Top it off with the frothy milk.
Garnish Application
Sprinkle some cinnamon on top. Add a vanilla pod if you want to fancy it up.
Final Touch
Drink right away for the best foam.
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Storage Methods

Mix lasts in fridge for 7 days, ready-made drink tastes best when fresh, freeze some chai as ice cubes to avoid watering down, keep spice blend in airtight container for 3 months,

Quick Version Tips

Use strong chai tea bags, good vanilla extract, ready-made spice mixes, or try the cold brew way,

Health Benefits

The cardamom helps your tummy and fights swelling, ginger keeps you healthy and stops queasiness, cinnamon helps control sugar levels, and black tea gives you energy without jitters,

Seasonal Variations

For hot days: throw in mint and use coconut milk, when leaves change: more cinnamon with maple syrup, cold months: try star anise and nutmeg, springtime: fresh ginger and light honey,

Fancy Flavor Ideas

Try adding rose petals for a flowery taste, pink peppercorns give a nice warmth, fennel makes it sweeter, and orange peel adds a fresh kick,

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My grandma always added a tiny bit of salt to bring out the spice flavors. This old trick makes the sweetness just right.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can this drink be prepped early?
Sure! You can store the tea base in the fridge for up to 3 days.
→ Which milk works best for this?
Use whatever you like! Dairy milk, oat, almond, or any plant-based option is fine.
→ Can I use ready-made chai spices?
Definitely! Use about 2 teaspoons of a chai spice mix instead of individual spices.
→ How do I make it taste sweeter?
Just stir in more honey, or swap it for sugar or maple syrup.
→ Is a milk frother necessary?
Nope, you can whisk milk by hand or shake it in a tightly sealed jar for foam.

Iced Chai Latte

Cool black tea blended with warming spices and honey, served with your choice of milk. Great for summer sips.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes
By: Maria

Category: Beverages

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Modern Indian

Yield: 2 Servings (2 big glasses)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Tea Base

01 2 black tea bags (Darjeeling or Assam)
02 2 cups of water

→ Spices

03 1/2 teaspoon of ground cardamom
04 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
05 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder
06 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves

→ Others

07 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or 1 vanilla bean
08 1 cup of milk (can be plant-based or regular)
09 Ice cubes
10 2 tablespoons of honey

Instructions

Step 01

Boil the water with the tea and spices mixed in. Let it simmer gently for 5 minutes so the flavors blend together.

Step 02

Turn off the heat and add honey and vanilla extract. Stir until the honey fully dissolves. If you're using a vanilla pod, take it out now along with the tea bags.

Step 03

Allow the tea to cool to room temperature. If you're in a rush, just set it in an ice bath to chill faster.

Step 04

Use a milk frother to froth your milk, or seal it in a jar and shake hard. A whisk works too if you'd rather warm it slightly first.

Step 05

Fill up a glass with ice, pour in the cooled tea until it's two-thirds full, and top it off with the frothed milk. Add the vanilla extract here if you skipped the bean earlier.

Notes

  1. You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  2. Feel free to play around with spice levels to suit your taste buds.

Tools You'll Need

  • Pot or saucepan for boiling
  • Milk frother or airtight jar
  • Fine sieve or strainer

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • May contain dairy if you choose regular milk.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 120
  • Total Fat: 3 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 22 g
  • Protein: 4 g