Tea buying guide
Choose between spiced tea and chai latte
Chai ranges from black tea blended with cardamom, ginger and warming spices to caffeine-free rooibos infusions and sweetened instant latte powders. Decide whether you want a brewed tea or a creamy café-style drink before comparing spice and sweetness.
What to compare
- Tea bags and loose blends make an infused spiced tea; latte powders are formulated for a sweeter, creamier drink.
- For caffeine-free chai, look for rooibos or herbal bases and confirm the product information.
- Compare the ingredient list when sweetness matters, especially for instant chai latte mixes.
Questions about this collection
What is the difference between chai tea and chai latte?
A chai tea is an infusion of tea or herbs with spices. A chai latte combines a spiced base with milk or a milk alternative and is often sweeter; instant powders may already contain sweetener or creamer.
Does chai contain caffeine?
Black-tea chai normally does. Rooibos and purely herbal chai can be caffeine-free, while dirty chai also includes coffee. Check the base tea and product information.
Can chai be brewed with milk?
Yes. Many chai blends work well with milk, and traditional masala chai is commonly simmered with milk and spices. Follow the pack method for tea bags and instant latte powders.
