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Chai, or masala chai, is tea blended with warming spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, clove and black pepper.
About chai tea
Traditional Masala Chai is our classic spiced black tea, while Chai Caramel and Pumpkin Spice Chai are sweeter takes. We also make chai on other bases: Rooibos Orange Chai and Coconut Vanilla Chai use caffeine-free rooibos, and Pu'erh Maple Chai uses earthy pu-erh.
For a lower-caffeine cup, try Decaf Masala Chai. Looking for more spice-forward black teas? Browse our black tea blends.
Chai tea FAQ
How do I make a chai latte with loose leaf chai?
Simmer 2 teaspoons of chai in 120 ml of water for 3 to 4 minutes, add 120 ml of milk and a sweetener, and heat until steaming without boiling. Strain into a mug.
Can I brew chai like regular tea?
Yes. Use 1 to 2 teaspoons per 250 ml of boiling water and steep 4 to 5 minutes. Add milk and sweetener to taste; spiced chai is traditionally served that way.
Is there caffeine-free chai?
Yes. Chai blends on a rooibos base, such as Rooibos Orange Chai and Coconut Vanilla Chai, are naturally caffeine-free. Decaf Masala Chai uses decaffeinated black tea, so it is very low in caffeine.
What does chai mean?
Chai simply means tea in Hindi and many other languages. Outside India, chai usually refers to masala chai, the spiced milky tea from India.
How do you drink chai tea?
Traditionally chai is simmered with milk and sweetened. You can also steep it like black tea and add milk and honey to taste.
Does chai tea have caffeine?
Chai made with black tea has about 40–70 mg of caffeine per cup. Rooibos chai blends are caffeine-free.