Iced Chai Tea Cold Foam

# Components:

→ Chai Concentrate

01 - 1 cup strong brewed chai tea (from loose leaf or 2 chai tea bags)

02 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cold Foam

04 - 1/2 cup cold whole milk (or milk of choice)

05 - 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)

06 - 1 teaspoon powdered sugar

→ Assembly

07 - 1 cup ice cubes

08 - Ground cinnamon, for garnish

# Method:

01 - Steep chai tea bags or loose-leaf chai in hot water for 5 minutes to brew a strong tea. Stir in honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.

02 - Combine cold milk, heavy cream if using, and powdered sugar in a small bowl or frothing pitcher. Froth using a handheld milk frother or shake vigorously in a sealed jar until thick and foamy.

03 - Fill two glasses with ice cubes. Divide the chilled chai concentrate evenly between the glasses.

04 - Gently spoon or pour the cold foam over the iced chai. Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

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The cold foam adds an unexpected luxury that makes a simple drink feel like a cafe moment.
You can brew the chai concentrate the night before, so assembly takes just minutes when you need it most.
It's naturally aromatic and warming in flavor, but refreshing on the hottest days—the perfect contradiction.

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The foam will start to sink after a few minutes, so drink it soon after assembly—this isn't something that improves with waiting.
If your chai concentrate tastes too weak, you haven't steeped it long enough; go the full five minutes and it will taste noticeably richer when chilled.

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