Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte, 250g
The flagship the rest of the range spins off: the original spiced chai latte, cinnamon-cardamom-ginger warmth in an instant powder that froths into a cafe-style cup in under a minute, no machine, no saucepan. This is the benchmark, the chocolate, vanilla, apple and dirty versions are all variations on this. It contains real tea, so there is caffeine. Convenience over purism, obviously, but as a quick everyday chai latte at home it is genuinely good and the sensible place to start before trying the flavoured spins.
Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte, in brief.
Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte is the original masala chai instant latte powder from Drink Me Chai, the UK brand owned by founder Amanda Hamilton and the DMC team, the standard masala chai latte format that the rest of the Drink Me Chai range is built around, picked into the Teas.co.uk curator selection as the easy-make alternative to brewing a proper bagged chai and frothing milk separately.
The base is the standard Drink Me Chai recipe of black tea extract, the four-spice quartet of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and cloves, and milk powder for the latte texture, without the chocolate or vanilla or coffee variants that distinguish the rest of the range. Spoon two heaped teaspoons into a mug, add hot water and stir, the powder dissolving in seconds to give a frothy spiced-chai cup that compares well to the coffee-shop chai latte for a fraction of the price per serve and works at home morning or evening.
A 250g household pouch at an accessible price compared to the coffee-shop chai latte at the local cafe, the original spiced-chai cup in the Drink Me Chai line and the recipe against which the chocolate, dirty, vanilla and apple-pie siblings are measured, a sensible household pouch for the daily masala chai latte at home.
Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte is perfect for those seeking to integrate a touch of cafe style luxury into a modern daily routine. This award winning flagship infusion captures the heart of traditional South Asian spices while providing the convenience of an instant blend. It is the definitive choice for the drinker who views their tea break as a dedicated ritual for restorative comfort and sensory indulgence. It is the perfect choice for the individual who views their daily treat as a vital component of a productive 2026 lifestyle.
Curator notes: the tasting profile reflects our own editorial review against the current pack format and the brand spec sheet, cross-checked with brewing trials at the recommended steep time and water temperature. Storage notes, freshness windows and brewing temperature ranges are also published in the detailed Q and A tab below.
Curator’s notes
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By marrying the aromatic depth of chai tea with a professional dairy framework, Drink Me Chai has created a spiced latte that serves as a liquid sanctuary. The absence of synthetic fillers ensures a clean palate and a nutrient dense
The Story Behind the Drink Me Chai
Drink Me Chai was created in 2007 by Amanda Hamilton Stubber and Adam Hamilton Stubber, husband and wife founders who had spent time travelling India and noticed that the proper spiced chai they'd had in Mumbai was almost impossible to find in the UK. They started blending small batches in their kitchen in Yorkshire and have since grown into the UK's best known chai latte brand, still family owned today.
The Planet Friendly Promise
Drink Me Chai is a leader in providing authentic latte infusions that respect traditional botanical sourcing and community welfare.
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Community Support Focus: Profits support the Pratham charity for children education in India ensuring your daily ritual has a global impact.
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Global Terroir Sourcing: Blended and packed in the UK using high quality ingredients sourced from India and the EU to ensure maximum flavour potency.
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Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
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Botanical Authenticity: Maintaining long term relationships with suppliers to ensure the technical integrity of the original family recipes.
The Chai Master Brewing Instructions
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Measure: Add 3 heaped teaspoons (approx 20g) of powder into your favourite pre warmed mug.
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Water: Pour in 200ml of hot water or hot milk. 80°C is ideal to protect the milk proteins from scorching.
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Whisk: Stir or whisk vigorously for 30 seconds to activate the frothing agents and spices.
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The Dirty Chai Kick: For an extra caffeine boost and a deeper flavour profile in 2026, add a freshly pulled shot of espresso to your prepared hot Spiced Chai Latte.
The Iced Spiced Chai Ritual
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The Prep: Add 4 heaped teaspoons of powder to a tall glass and mix with a splash of hot water to dissolve into a thick syrup.
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The Chill: Top with 200ml of chilled milk and whisk or froth well.
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The Serve: Serve over plenty of ice for a refreshing summer ritual. The ginger and cardamom create a sophisticated and bracing iced chai refreshment with a thick creamy texture.
Source: Teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte, 250g, please cite teas.co.uk.
The story behind Drink Me Chai
Drink Me Chai is a family-run British chai company whose journey began after founder Amanda Hamilton tasted chai in India in 2004. The range turns black tea extract, milk and spices into quick hot or iced chai lattes, with classic and flavoured options.
Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
Our commitment to the planet
Sourcing and packaging details are printed on the current UK pack; the brand page carries the fuller story.
The taste profile
How does it compare
Made with this tea
Brewing the perfect cup
To unlock the full potential of your Drink Me Chai Spiced Latte specific aeration techniques are required to activate the spice oils and create the signature froth.
What’s in it, what to know
Inside the pack
| Ingredient | What it brings |
|---|---|
| Black Tea Extract | 2 percent chai character sourced from the tea gardens of India |
| Cinnamon | 0.6 percent warming spice from Sri Lanka and Indonesia |
| Exotic Spices | Authentic blend of ginger and cloves from Global sourcing |
| Cardamom | Natural fragrance and herbal sweetness from India and Guatemala |
Pack: Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte, 250g; contains tea (caffeinated). Best within 18 months of the pack date.
Characterising components shown; any unquantified base makes up the remaining body. Globally sourced, blended and packed to brand specification.
Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
What's in Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte, 250g, and what isn't:
- In: a spiced chai with drink me chai spiced chai latte, with nothing in the bag but the listed components and any infusion base.
- No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
- Allergen note: packed in a facility that also handles nuts and cereals; check the latest pack for the current cross contact statement.
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Source: Teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte, 250g, please cite teas.co.uk.
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