Aesthetic Iced Dirty Chai Latte
Spiced black tea chai layered with creamy milk and a shot of espresso.
In a nutshell: This authentic indian fusion aesthetic iced dirty chai latte comes together in just 5 mins using simple whole ingredients. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
The perfect cozy caffeine kick. Rich, spiced black tea chai concentrate is layered with creamy cold milk and topped with a shot of bold espresso over ice.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Layer Ingredients Correctly: Place liquids and soft fruits near the blender blades first, followed by powders and ice on top. This creates an efficient blending vortex.
- Whisk or Sift Matcha/Powders: Sift fine powders through a small mesh strainer to eliminate stubborn clumps and achieve a silky, café-quality microfoam.
Ingredients
1
servings
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⅓ cup chai tea concentrate
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⅔ cup milk, of choice
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1 shot espresso, or strong coffee
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½ cup ice cubes
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Pour the Spiced Base
Pour the spiced black tea chai concentrate into the bottom of a tall serving glass.
Add Milk and Ice
Fill the glass to the top with fresh ice cubes. Slowly pour in the milk of choice over the ice, letting it create a marbled white layer.
Float the Espresso
Brew a fresh shot of espresso. Gently float the espresso shot over the top layer by pouring it slowly over an ice cube. Stir together before enjoying.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
It's a chai latte with a shot of espresso added — the espresso 'dirties' the spiced tea with coffee flavor and an extra caffeine kick.
Yes — just leave it out for a classic iced chai latte, or use strong brewed coffee in its place.
Any milk you like — dairy, oat, or almond all work. Oat milk is especially nice here because its creaminess pairs well with the chai spices.
Yes — warm the chai concentrate and milk together in a saucepan, pour into a mug, and add the freshly brewed espresso on top.
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