A Dirty Chai Latte is a popular drink served at coffee shops - it's a chai latte with a shot or two of espresso added. Curious about how to make a Dirty Chai Latte? You'll love this easy homemade version with a DIY shortcut plus some of my other favorite fall teas!
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Dirty Chai Latte
Y'all know I'm a huge tea fan. I drink it daily and love collecting different types and flavors. I routinely enjoy a cup of Tazo Awake English Breakfast tea in the morning and then switch to green or decaf throughout the day. It is one of my favorite things and is such a part of my day-to-day life. The Tazo Awake English Breakfast tea gives me a unique awakening feeling that's perfect for mornings. I love it so much I even carry my own tea stash with me when I travel. But when I really want to amp up my coffee I make my own homemade Dirty Chai Latte.
I know many of you are tea and coffee lovers too so I thought I'd share some of my other favorites for fall and the easiest way to make a DIY Dirty Chai Latte recipe at home. Trust me this version is better than the coffee house or even Starbucks!
How to Make Dirty Chai Latte At Home - My Simple Trick!
I drink tea year-round but love finding cozier flavors this time of year. Sweater and boot weather lends itself to the full, rich flavors of chai tea. TAZO makes a perfect Chai Classic Black Tea that has a robust blend of black tea, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, and spices. Sometimes it's even called Masala Chai. This is another favorite of mine I always have in the pantry. It's a great way to mix it up if you are getting bored with your basic breakfast tea.
They also offer the same classic flavor in premade concentrate, which is perfect for making a Homemade Chai Latte or Dirty Chai Latte recipe without all the fuss. It's such a great kitchen shortcut. If you are wondering how to make a dirty chai latte at home... THIS IS IT!
What is a Dirty Chai Latte?
I love the rich cinnamon and spice flavors in Chai for fall and winter. It's a great way to mix it up from going all pumpkin all the time.
Difference between Chai Latte and Dirty Chai?
The difference between a Chai Latte and Dirty Chai Latte is simply whether the shot of espresso is included. I Dirty Chai Latte includes the shot and a plain Chai Latte does not. Both of them have the same blend of black tea and spices like cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and vanilla.
What are the spices in Chai tea?
- Cinnamon
- Ginger
- Cardamom
- Black Pepper
- Nutmeg
- Cloves
- Fennel Seed
There are lots of popular brands of tea that make a Chai tea that can create a Dirty Chai Latte at home but I love TAZO. All their tea flavors including their Zen, Awake English Breakfast, and of course their Classic Chai Tea are so good.
If you can't find the tea concentrate you can brew your own from their Chai tea bags like these. And then add the chai tea spices I listed above.
Dirty Chai Latte Ingredients
So what's in a Dirty Chai?
- TAZO Chai tea concentrate: The premade concentrate makes it super easy to make homemade dirty chai latte.
- Milk: Use your favorite milk, including unflavored non-dairy milk.
- Espresso: A shot of espresso is what makes a chai latte "dirty".
- Ice: Add ice to make an ice chai latte.
- Stevia or another sweetener: Add sweetener according to your taste.
You can find TAZO Chai Tea Concentrate in most grocery stores or order it through Amazon. <--affiliate link.
Variations
If you don't have the tea concentrate you can use a rich black tea, like TAZO. Brew the tea on the stove and allow it to simmer with cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger.
If you don't have an espresso maker you can substitute 5 ounces of extra-strong brewed coffee.
Make the recipe vegan by using almond or cashew milk.
How do you make Dirty Chai Latte?
To make the Dirty Chai Latte recipe...
- Add equal parts TAZO Chai Tea Concentrate and milk.
- Next, add a shot of espresso to make it dirty. For a regular Chai Latte just leave out the espresso (which is what I'm doing during pregnancy!).
- If you want it warm heat up the concentrate, but if you like it cold shake the mixture with ice. It's perfect with a touch of stevia too.
- Top the mixture with an extra touch of cinnamon.
You can also use a hand frother to make your milk fluffy!
The finished drink tastes better than going out and saves you time and money. It's the perfect drink for the new season!
The recipe for it is below. Hopefully, it takes the guesswork out of how to make Dirty Chai Latte. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
Other Fall Inspired Drinks You'll Enjoy...
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Dirty Chai Latte recipe
Ingredients
- 3 ounces TAZO Chai Tea Concentrate
- 3 ounces milk, or non-dairy milk
- 1 shot espresso
- ice, optional
- stevia or sweetener of choice
Instructions
- Pour equal parts of TAZO Chai Tea Concentrate and milk in a glass. Add the shot of espresso, ice, and stir.
- To enjoy warm heat up the TAZO Chai Tea Concentrate and leave out the ice!
Notes
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Kristina says
Thanks for posting this recipe! I'm excited to try it tonight! Quick question, can I make several cups of this at a time and keep them in the fridge for the week?
JulieWunder says
Yes! That should work. I hope you enjoy it.
Natalie says
I love a cup of warming chai latte. No matter what season. You just reminded me I need to make one soon.
Angela says
This was so delicious! I love Tazo products and this Chai Latte is perfect to make an afternoon treat with!!!
Leslie says
I really enjoy a good cup of chai tea! I've never tried this brand but it looks amazing!
Jon Maldia says
I love Chai Tea. I'll have to try Tazo's Chai Latte.
Rachel says
I've never had a chai latte (I know, I live under a rock) but sounds really delish!
Sarah says
This looks delicious! I haven't made a dirty chai latte in so long but it's time!
Deborah Brooks says
would you believe that I have never had a chai latte?! This looks like such and easy and fun way to spice up my afternoon coffee break
Alisa Fleming says
I love Tazo tea and didn't realize they had a chai concentrate. Love that you can mix it with dairy-free milk beverage!
JulieWunder says
YES! So great! Thanks Alisa!
Beth says
Haha! Funny! I travel with my tea stash, as well! Mind you, it is not as fancy as the chai latte! Yummy!
JulieWunder says
Haha! Great minds think alike!
Jeanine says
I've never had a chai latte before. Would love to give this a try though it sounds delicious.
JulieWunder says
Thanks!
Deryn says
I love chai and I love espresso so obvi together they are perfect! I've never tried the chai concentrate but it sounds perfect for making drinks at home.
JulieWunder says
Totally! So good!
Emily Kyle says
I love that this is in concentrate form so I can keep it at home and ready to use! Can't wait to try this recipe at home, it's so much better than going out, thank you!
JulieWunder says
So true! Thanks Emily!
Denise C says
I love starting my day with a nice, hot cup of tea. It's the only time of the day I get to sit down and relax, and it's so delicious!
JulieWunder says
I totally agree!
Liz says
This sounds so perfect for fall! My husband is a CHAI lover, so I will have to make this for him!
JulieWunder says
He'll love it!
Rachel says
I am not a fan of chai though my husband loves it. I love the zen tea blend though.
JulieWunder says
I love the Zen too!
Anna says
Chai tea is great but when you add coffee, you're really speaking to me! Fantastic and easy recipe 🙂
JulieWunder says
Thanks Anna!
Kelly says
I do love Tazo teas but haven't seen this one yet. I'm going to have to look for it and then try your tasty recipe!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Kelly!
Sarah says
I love chai tea and my girls and I are big fans of Tazo! Usually I like my chai lattes dirty but lately I've been making more without since I have to limit the caffeine and usually already had my coffee.
JulieWunder says
Me too! After we have these babes though... it's on!
Katie Crenshaw says
I absolutely love Chai Tea, so I am certain I will love this Chai Latte. This is my favorite thing to drink in the fall. The flavors are perfect to get you in the mood for the cooler weather.
JulieWunder says
Thanks!
Susie @ Suzlyfe says
As I told Alex, welcome to the season of warm beverages all day errday!
JulieWunder says
exactly!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
I love that chai latte mix. I've never had it with espresso, though. Great idea!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Nicole!
Abbey Sharp says
Yum! I'm a huge chai fan, but I've never thought about mixing it with coffee! Definitely will be trying this
JulieWunder says
Such a nice boost when you need it!
Deborah Brooks says
I love all the different flavors of the Tazo teas. Would you believe I've never had a dirty chai?
JulieWunder says
You'd love it!
geetha priyanka says
This chai latte looks delicious and tempting. Looking forward to trying this in the near future.
JulieWunder says
Thanks!
Clarice Lao / Camping for Women says
I am also a huge tea fan and I would love to try this. It looks really easy and since we have the same preference for Tea (Tazo English Breakfast) -- I trust your taste and suggestion.
Thank you for sharing this recipe.
JulieWunder says
Great minds think alike!
Neely Moldovan says
Chai always screams fall to me! I love to make them at home so this is a great recipe to try!
JulieWunder says
Me too! Love the flavors!
JulieWunder says
Me too! Thanks!
Ashley says
I love Chai! I don't drink coffee -- but, am obsessed with a Chai..! Thanks for sharing!
JulieWunder says
Isn't it so good!
Beth Ann Chiles says
I am going to go home and make this!!! Love dirty chai!!!
Maureen @ Maureen Gets Real says
Chai lattes are my favorite on cold days!