Ingredients
The Coffee Layer- 1 Shot Espresso (Use a Nespresso, Moka Pot, or very strong AeroPress)
The Chai Layer
- 200ml Water
- 2 tsp Loose Leaf Masala Chai (or 2 strong tea bags)
- 100ml Milk (Whole milk or Oat milk froth best)
- 1-2 tsp Honey or Brown Sugar (Spices need sweetness to pop)
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 160
Fat: 5g
Sugar: 18g
Protein: 6g
Instructions
1
Brew the Chai Base: Simmer the loose leaf chai (or tea bags) in the water for 5-10 minutes. You want a strong, dark decoction. Strain the leaves out. Stir in your sweetener while hot.
2
Pull the Shot: While the tea steeps, prepare your espresso shot. If you don't have an espresso machine, make 60ml of very strong coffee using a Moka Pot.
3
Froth the Milk: Heat your milk to 60°C and froth until creamy.
4
The Pour: Pour the hot chai into your mug (filling it about halfway). Pour the espresso shot directly into the center of the chai. Top with the frothed milk and a dusting of cinnamon.
Expert Tip: "Filthy" Chai?
Want even more caffeine? A standard "Dirty Chai" has one shot of espresso. A "Filthy Chai" has two shots. Be warned: the coffee flavor will start to overpower the delicate cardamom notes if you add too much espresso.