Iced Chai Tea Cold Foam (Printable Version)

Chilled spiced chai with honey, vanilla, and a creamy cold foam layer for a cool, aromatic treat.

# The Ingredients You'll 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 milk substitute)
05 - 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional)
06 - 1 teaspoon powdered sugar

→ Assembly

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

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Steep tea bags or loose-leaf chai in hot water for 5 minutes to brew a strong infusion. Stir in honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
02 - Combine cold milk, optional heavy cream, and powdered sugar in a small pitcher or bowl. Froth using a handheld milk frother or shake vigorously in a sealed jar until thick and creamy.
03 - Fill two glasses with ice cubes. Distribute the chilled chai concentrate evenly between the glasses.
04 - Gently spoon or pour the cold foam over the iced chai tea. Dust lightly with ground cinnamon and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It transforms a simple tea into something that feels like a café moment at home.
  • The cold foam adds luxury with almost no extra effort.
  • You can make it in under 10 minutes, which means more time actually enjoying it.
02 -
  • If your foam collapses, it usually means the milk wasn't cold enough or the ratio of cream to milk was off; next time, chill everything and add a tiny pinch more sugar to stabilize it.
  • Don't skip the vanilla extract—it's small but essential, bridging the gap between the spices and the creaminess so nothing tastes harsh.
03 -
  • Brew your chai the night before if you can; the flavors deepen and meld overnight, giving you a richer concentrate to work with the next day.
  • If your milk frother is sitting unused, this is the moment to dust it off—it transforms a simple tea into something that feels special and intentional.
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