Iced Chai Tea with Cold Foam (Printable)

Spiced chai over ice topped with creamy, sweetened cold foam for a refreshing treat.

# What You Need:

→ Chai Concentrate

01 - 1 cup strong brewed chai tea (from loose leaf or 2 chai tea bags)
02 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cold Foam

04 - 1/2 cup cold whole milk or plant-based milk
05 - 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional)
06 - 1 teaspoon powdered sugar

→ Assembly

07 - 1 cup ice cubes
08 - Ground cinnamon, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Steep chai tea bags or loose tea in hot water for 5 minutes, then stir in honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract. Allow to cool to room temperature before refrigerating until chilled.
02 - Combine cold milk, optional heavy cream, and powdered sugar in a frothing pitcher or jar. Froth using a milk frother or shake vigorously until thick and foamy.
03 - Fill two glasses with ice cubes and divide the chilled chai concentrate evenly between them.
04 - Spoon or gently pour the cold foam over the iced chai in each glass.
05 - Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You will save serious money without sacrificing that luxurious coffee shop experience
  • The cold foam creates an incredibly velvety texture that feels indulgent but takes minutes
  • You can adjust everything from spice intensity to sweetness to match your exact mood
02 -
  • The foam will separate after sitting for more than ten minutes, so assemble right before serving
  • Over-steeping the tea creates bitter notes that no amount of sweetener can fix
  • Using room temperature milk instead of cold will prevent proper foam formation no matter how long you froth
03 -
  • Invest in a handheld milk frother if you make this often, it makes a huge difference in foam quality
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for ten minutes before assembling for an extra cold experience that lasts longer
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