Sep 03 2026
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Chai Latte Recipe

Inspired by Coronet Cafe
Time25m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Chai Concentrate

For Serving

Method

Chai Concentrate

  1. 1

    Combine spices and water

    In a small saucepan, add 2 cups water, sliced ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cloves, peppercorns, cinnamon stick, and star anise (if using). Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Simmer to infuse

    Reduce heat to low and simmer the spiced water gently for 10 minutes to extract aroma and flavor from the whole spices and ginger. Keep the pan partially covered to limit evaporation.

  3. 3

    Add tea and milk

    After 10 minutes, add the black tea and 1 cup whole milk to the saucepan. Increase heat slightly until the mixture just comes to a very gentle simmer (do not boil vigorously to avoid scalding the milk).

  4. 4

    Sweeten and steep

    Stir in 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or your chosen sweetener). Let the mixture steep on the lowest heat for 3–5 minutes, tasting after 3 minutes to reach desired tea strength and sweetness.

  5. 5

    Strain

    Remove from heat and strain the chai concentrate through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heatproof container to remove tea leaves and spices. Press gently on solids to extract liquid but avoid forcing bitter tannins.

  6. 6

    Cool and store (optional)

    Allow concentrate to cool slightly. Use immediately or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 4–5 days. Reheat gently before serving.

For Serving

  1. 7

    Heat or steam milk

    For one serving: warm or steam 1 cup milk until hot and slightly frothy (around 140–150°F / 60–65°C). If you don't have a steamer, warm milk on the stove until steaming and froth using a whisk, handheld frother, or jar-shake method.

  2. 8

    Compose the latte

    Place 1 cup chai concentrate (hot) into a mug and add the steamed/frothed milk. For a stronger latte, use a 1:1 ratio; adjust to taste (more milk for creamier, milder flavor).

  3. 9

    Finish and garnish

    Stir gently. Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon or freshly grated nutmeg on top. Add additional sweetener to taste if desired.

  4. 10

    Alternative iced version

    To make an iced chai latte: fill a glass with ice, add 1 cup chilled chai concentrate and 1 cup cold milk (or adjust ratio). Stir and garnish with cinnamon; serve immediately.

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