bits + bites
Katie Kelly
A dirty chai latte also referred to as a red eye chai, is a chai latte with a shot of espresso for an extra kick of caffeine. If you want a filthy chai latte that means you want a double shot of espresso. You can drink it hot or order it as an iced dirty chai latte. I really like either option.
Sweetness. Now, if you like your coffee a bit sweeter, you can add a sweetening agent to your milk. Maple syrup, cane sugar or honey are great options. Plant-Based Milk. If you want to make this a vegan latte, use your favorite plant-based milk. Decaf Option. Don't want caffeine? You can make the chai simple syrup with decaf tea and opt for decaf shots of espresso. Make your own traditional Masala Chai. If you're really feeling up for the challenge, make your own cup of homemade Masala Chai and add a shot of espresso. For any tea enthusiasts out there, this is for you!
Why is dirty chai called dirty? A dirty chai latte is called "dirty" because the addition of espresso "dirties" the color of the traditional chai tea latte. How do you order a dirty chai latte? If you find yourself at your local coffee shop or Starbucks, you can simply order a dirty chai latte! If they're unsure, ask for your desired size of chai latte with an extra shot of espresso. What’s the caffeine content in a dirty chai latte? In this recipe, there are about 130 mg of caffeine. 2 oz. of espresso + 2 oz. of chai concentrate is roughly that much caffeine.