Recipes· 1 min read
Iced Dirty Chai Latte
Spiced chai meets a shot of espresso — the dirty chai iced latte is aromatic, complex, and quietly caffeinated.
House Blend Cafe· 2026-08-20
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Spiced, comforting, and refreshing all at once, the iced dirty chai latte is what happens when chai meets espresso. "Dirty" simply means a shot of coffee added to a chai latte — and over ice, it becomes a complex, aromatic drink with real character.
Why dirty chai works iced
Chai's spice blend (cardamom, cinnamon, clove, ginger) adds aromatic complexity that plain coffee lattes don't have. A shot of espresso grounds the sweetness and adds depth, and serving it cold makes the spices feel bright rather than heavy.
Ingredients (1 drink)
- 36–40g espresso (double shot)
- 120ml chai concentrate (or strong brewed chai, sweetened to taste)
- 120g ice
- 120ml cold milk (oat or whole)
How to make it
- Pull a double shot of espresso.
- Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in the chai concentrate.
- Add the cold milk and stir.
- Slowly pour the espresso over the top for a layered "dirty" look, then stir before drinking.
Pro tips
- Use a rich chai concentrate for the boldest spice flavor.
- Pour the espresso last for the signature layered look.
- Adjust the chai-to-milk ratio to your preferred spice level.
Key takeaways
- "Dirty" just means a shot of espresso added to a chai latte.
- Pour espresso last for layered presentation.
- A good chai concentrate does the heavy lifting.
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