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Iced chai latte with orange peel and whipped cream

Name: Iced Chai Latte

Summary: A creamy and refreshing iced chai latte made with spiced black tea, milk, and sweetener—perfect for warm days or as a chilled coffee alternative.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Indian-American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients for 1 serving:
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 chai tea bags or 1 Tbsp loose-leaf chai blend
  • 2 tsp sugar honey, or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • ¾ cup milk any kind: whole, oat, almond, etc.
  • 1 cup ice

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Small saucepan or kettle
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • teaspoon
  • Strainer (if using loose-leaf tea)
  • Tall glass
  • Stirring spoon

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Brew the Tea:
  3. Boil ½ cup water and steep the chai tea bags (or loose-leaf) for about 5 minutes. Remove tea bags or strain the leaves.
  4. Sweeten:
  5. Stir in sweetener while the tea is still hot to dissolve completely.
  6. Cool It Down:
  7. Add a few tablespoons of cold water or let the tea cool slightly.
  8. Assemble the Drink:
  9. Fill a tall glass with ice, pour in the sweetened tea, then add the milk.
  10. Stir & Serve:
  11. Mix well and garnish with a cinnamon stick or star anise if desired.

Notes

Notes:
Use chai concentrate for quicker preparation (adjust sweetener accordingly).
Spice level can be customized by adding ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom.
For a stronger brew, use double the tea bags or steep longer.
Swap milk for coconut or cashew milk for a creamier taste.