Want to know what does chai latte taste like? In this post we describe the flavor + share tips to know if you’ll like it!
What does chai late taste like? Well, it’s kinda hard to describe. A lot of people say it tastes like black tea with spices added.
Personally, I think it’s a bit more complex than that. There’s something about the mix of flavors that just makes me feel cozy and warm inside.
If you’ve never had one before, I highly recommend giving one a try! You may be surprised at how much you enjoy it.
So to make this easies this is the full guide about what does chai latte taste like!
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What does a chai latte have in it
A chai latte is made by combining chai tea with steamed milk. Just like a traditional latte is made with combining coffee with steamed milk this is a tea variation that’s really similar.
Chai tea is black tea steeped with a spice combo, usually known as chai spices.
Chai spices are:
- Ginger
- Cinnamon
- Allspice
- Nutmeg
- Cardamom
- Nutmeg
- Cloves
Most of the spices are the traditional fall spices you’ll find at most winter and fall treats.
What does chai latte taste like
Chai tea alone is usually more concentrated, but when served with milk the strong spices get diluted in the softness of the milk.
This means that the flavors are more subtle. Since you’re adding milk to smooth things out, this has a much different flavor profile than chai tea.
A great analogy I’ve heard about chai latte is that it tastes like Christmas.
Personally, I think this is a great description. The warm spices remind me of the holiday season and just make me feel cozy and happy inside.
Another great analogy I heard a barista use to describe chai latte is that it tastes like if you dipped a snickerdoodle cookie in a glass of warm milk.
I find a coffee latte to have stronger flavor profile than a chai latte. This is because chai tea comes with spices, which tend to dilute the flavor of the tea.
How to know if you would like a chai latte
One of the things that usually scares me the most about trying something new is knowing whether I like it or not.
And while there’s definitely not way of being 100% sure (besides trying it!) here are a couple of pointers that I feel would be helpful.
- If you like spicy and cinnamon-y drinks you’ll probably like this one. For example, I’m a huge fan of the pumpkin spice latte and feel that chai latte is like a distant relative to it. If spices are not your thing you probably won’t like this warm drink.
- If you like light and delicate drinks. A chai latte is not overpowering and strong like a coffee drink can be but more subtle and delicate.
Does chai latte have caffeine
Yes! Chai latte is made with black tea which is known to have caffeine in it.
The caffeine content depends on how the chai tea is made. Not all teas are equal and some chai lattes are made with concentrate.
However most chai lattes have between 25 to 50mg of caffeine.
How would you describe the flavor of chai
Think subtle pumpkin spice latte. It’s a lighter, spicy, warm drink that’s subtle and creamy.
Is chai latte at Starbucks sweet?
Yes, Starbucks chai latte is made with chai syrup! Their chai syrup has sugar in it so their latte is sweet and spicy in the bets possible way.
What does chai latte iced tastes like?
Just like a warm chai latte but with the addition of ice. I actually feel that the iced version tastes even more subtle than the hot one, probably because the ice can dilute some of the flavors.
So there you have it, what does chai latte taste like! This is a great treat if you want to try something new or are looking for a warm drink option while it’s cold outside.
I hope this was helpful and you enjoy your next chai latte!
