Do you love picking up a sweet iced chai latte from your favorite coffee shop? Me too! But guess what – you can make this homemade iced chai latte – Starbucks copycat version – at home! I love chai tea latte recipes and I am excited to share this super easy version with you.
One of the great things about Ryon is he always has coffee ready in the morning. [Always.] We are coffee lovers in the Grant house [the adults anyways] and its how we start our mornings. Throughout the day sometimes as well. And I like good coffee. You know, the have to wait in line and promise your kids cake pops kind of coffee. After ordering an iced chai latte one afternoon I decided to ask Dr. Google – what’s in this stuff that makes it so good anyways? And his answer was two little magical ingredients and a pinch of love.
The easiest iced chai latte recipe –
This has to be one of the easiest copycat coffee drink recipes that I have ever shared. But its caffeine, so its also one of my favorites. All you need to make your own iced chai latte is chai tea [I used Tazo brand] and milk. Yup. Seriously. That’s all you need. Once I found that out I felt silly paying 3 plus bucks for one of these bad boys. Here is the quick tutorial on how to make your own. [And save a whopping 3 bucks.]
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How to make iced chai lattes at home
I made a whole pitcher of chai tea and just added my milk when I was ready for a latte. So to make a pitcher I boiled 8 cups of water on the stove top and added 8 chai tea bags. I let them seep for about 30 minutes and then removed them. I poured the cool chai tea mix into a pitcher and put in the fridge overnight. [Note – you can add more or less chai tea bags to your boiling water depending on how strong you want it flavored.] Don’t forget to add your pinch of love.
The next morning I filled my glass half way with the cold chai tea mix and then topped it off with almond milk and ice. I stirred it around and enjoyed my first iced chai latte in my jammies. [And crazy bed head.] I really liked the drink before but I loved it after my first sip. Being able to make my own anytime for a fraction of the cost just rocks. Cafe coffee for pennies? That my friends, is some good coffee.
FAQs about this iced chai latte – Starbucks copycat recipe
-What brand of tea do you use?
I use the Tazo chai tea brand tea bags. You can use any type of chai tea that you prefer. If you’d like you can also buy the Tazo chai concentrate and just add milk for an easier recipe.
-Is this sweetened?
No, it’s unsweet. Feel free to add sugar or vanilla syrup to your drink. I used a sweetened vanilla almond milk.
-Is this a coffee drink?
Nope! It’s black tea! In fact chai means tea.
Iced Chai Latte
Ingredients
- 8 Chai Tea Bags
- 8 Cups of Water
- Milk (to taste)
Instructions
Notes
This makes one pitcher of chai tea mix. It will keep in the fridge for up to a week. When you are ready for a latte - simply add your milk and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 122Cholesterol: 20mgSodium: 191mgCarbohydrates: 12gSugar: 12gProtein: 8g
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Breenah says
This’ll even be cheaper than buying the chai concentrate! Might even taste better, I’m gonna make it soon.
Kelley says
I’ve tried the chai concentrate and it was good.. but I liked my own better! I hope you try it! Its so easy 🙂
Jingle says
Hi! I was just wondering what brand of tea would be good for this?
Kelley says
I used the Tazo brand (which is the same brand that Starbucks uses) but you can use any. I think I paid $5 for a box on the Tazo, which isn’t too bad. Hope that helps!
Jeanette says
The Iced Chai Latte sounds delicious. I am definitely going to give it a try. I never go to Starbucks because of the prices. I have purchased Tassimo’s Chai Latte (hot) and love it, but that too is pricey.
Kelley says
Yup. I understand that! I bought a box of Tazo Chai Tea for $5? Maybe cheaper. But you can use any chai tea and just add your milk. Its super easy and sooo much cheaper!
Kim (TheKimSixFix) says
Yum! I’m going to try this.. since I love Chai, and I”m cheap! 😉
Kelley says
Haha! Cheap chai lovers unite! 😉 I hope you enjoy the recipe!
Kimberlee says
Thanks for your recipe. I have made my own before and used vanilla soy milk – it is good, too. Right now I am still drinking hot drinks with it being cold out – will make this in the summer when it is hot again.
Kelley says
I wish we had a true winter! We had our ac on the other day! Hope you enjoy it when you try it! 🙂
Lola says
I LOVE LOVE LOVE coffee too! Sadly there’s no coffee in this recipe 🙁
Kelley says
You’re right. No coffee in this one. The chai tea has plenty of caffeine to keep ya going though!
Heather says
Try this one: Have you heard of a dirty chai? It’s a chai latte with a shot (or two) of espresso (or strong coffee) added. YUM! Easy enough to make that at home too. There’s yer coffee. 😉
Kelley says
Haha! Yes! One of my friends told me about it a while back and it’s one of my favorites now. I did a post on it recently too 🙂 – http://mommakesdinner.com/dirty-iced-chai-latte/
Sonnet @ SohoSonnet Creative Living says
This looks delicious!! I would love it if you shared at our Link It Or Lump It Sunday Party!
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Kelley says
Thanks Sonnet! Ill be sure to stop by.
Diane Balch says
Thanks for sharing this with us on foodie friday. I am a big chai fan.
Kelley says
Me too! My pleasure, thanks for the party!
Jennifer Johnson says
hHis looks so refreshing!!
Kelley says
Thanks Jennifer! I hope you enjoy it if you try it!
Joanna says
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Kelley says
Thanks so much!
Mary Ann says
I make my own chai tea powdered mix( like a cocoa mix) . then I just add hot water. It would work for this for a cold drink too!
Kelley says
Ohh I bet it would work great! I need to try my and make my own chai!
Laura says
Where’s the Easy Button?! That’s awesome…but I HAVE to point out because it’s driving me CRAZY…
A Chai TEA latte is not coffee. It’s caffeinated, yes, but that is from the caffeine in the TEA. It is most decidedly a tea latte, not coffee.
Kelley says
Ooops. You’re totally right. I always forget its not coffee but tea! Thanks for the reminder!
Christina @ It's a Keeper says
I love Chai tea so I’ll be this is amazing!
Kelley says
Thanks Christina! Its pretty darn tasty! 🙂
Elly Mitzel says
Where did you find that cup?! Love it
Kelley says
Thanks! It was actually a tumbler I received from Seattle’s Best a few years ago. I just searched for it online and I wasn’t able to find it. Sorry!
erin says
For those of you in the west, Oregon Chai Tea is soooo delicious!
Megan says
LOVE me some Chai Tea Latte! I do this routinely at my home, but try purchasing a small handheld frother (you can find them online from $10+). It will give it that perfect Starbucks finish!
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Kelley says
Ohhh.. Ill add that to my Christmas list! Thanks Megan 🙂
Elizabeth says
thanks so much for the recipe!!! big chai fan over here 🙂 do you sweeten your tea at all?
Kelley says
I use sweetened vanilla almond milk. But when I use regular milk, Ill add a sugar or two. 🙂
Sheila says
I used lipton and it was so bitter. Any spice I can use to sweeten it?
Kelley says
You can use some sugar or vanilla syrup to try and sweeten it. I’ve never tried Lipton brand chai tea, thanks for letting me know its bitter! Hope that helps 🙂
Sheila says
Im going to look for the brand you used.
Kelley says
I found mine at Target, but I’m sure most grocery stores carry the Tazo brand. Here they are on amazon – http://amzn.to/1AALqBZ
Ginny says
I’ve been making my own chai lattes for years. I use Oregon Chai concentrate, it’s a liquid. Half chai/half milk. I heat mine in the microwave for hot in cool/cold months or over ice in summer. Much better than bags or powder. They have several type Chais, for example: caffeine free. I pay $3.49 at Walmart for a container. It is Excellent! You can play around with the concentrate/milk ratio. I like a bit more chai than milk. I do not like Tazo. I hear Ophra has her own brand of Chai now. I’m not sure if you can get Oregon Chai all over the states. But it’s delicious and no need to sweeten it.
Kelley says
I think I’ve seen Oregon chai before – I’ll have to pick up a container next time I’m out!
Ofelia Marin says
how would I make this like a frappe? Just blend with the ice?
Kelley says
yup! That would do it! And sounds delicious!
Mrs K.M.Spence says
Two Questions? Is it me, that the taste is different when I boil the Soy Milk or Almond Milk to drink my Chai tea hot? And when you prepare your Iced Chai Tea concentrated do you add any water or just half milk & half Chai tea?
Kelley says
I haven’t tried it with the boiled soy or almond milk, but it does give my regular milk a different taste. Not bad, just different. And I use all water on the concentrate. Hope that helps!
Mary says
Try this with coconut milk. Not the sweetened kind in a can, but in a half gallon carton with the almond and soy milk in the dairy section. It adds a nice bit of sweetness naturally.
Kelley says
I’ll have to try that.. thanks!
Shea says
I can’t wait to try it, but it’s not coffee, it’s tea. Lol
Kelley says
Yup! Haha. I found that out after I shared the recipe. Thanks Shea 🙂
jessica says
I am in love with this drink but do you know if it is the same things as a vanilla Chai latte with half and half?
Kelley says
Hey Jessica! No, it’s a little different. This would be more similar to what you are looking for – http://mommakesdinner.com/vanilla-iced-chai-latte/ – just substitute the milk for half and half. Hope that helps!
Dea says
Stumbled on this in Pinterest! I LOVE LOVE LOVE starbucks and ice tea! Do you have any idea if I could use my own chai mix? Thanks, Kelley!
Kelley says
Hey Dea! You sure can. Just make a cup of tea with your mix and add your milk of choice. Easy peasy! Hope you enjoy!