The bond between the Starbucks vanilla chai latte and me has been growing strongly for seven and more years. When I was doing the corporate job, my tea breaks were mostly attracted to the Starbucks nearby. Even though it is very expensive, I just love it and spend more for it. But when I quit my job, it was not that easy to reach a Starbucks shop and have my favorite tea. 

So, I just tried the Starbucks vanilla chai latte recipe and it became a success. All I miss is that logo of two tailed mermaid.

What is really a vanilla chai latte?

This is something similar to a latte like espresso, but it is made with chai tea concentrate instead of the espresso. The real origin of this tea is from India. The drink is very popular in different places in Europe and it is made with very strong dark colored black tea. My sister always like to mix the vanilla chai latte with espresso and some around the US also like this mix called dirty tea. Most of them opt for the real vanilla chai tea.

I like the real, a little spicy, and energetic vanilla chai more than other types of fusions.

Starbucks  Recipe Ingredients

If you don’t have to put so much effort and money, choose this easy recipe method. It can lessen your work and get the perfect chai.

The only three ingredients they need are the Tazo chai tea latte base, vanilla syrup, and milk. You can find this base in most supermarkets and on many online sites. I usually purchase such things at Walmart. I shop for vanilla syrup from there, not only for the chai tea latte base. My neighbor has a diabetic issue, and once, I tried the chai with sugar-free vanilla syrup for her. Walmart is very near to me, and I get most of the needed things in one shopping trip. When it comes to milk, skimmed milk or dairy-free milk will be perfect options.

Things To Do Before Start

Before going to the recipe, there are certain basic  things you should know about the Starbucks vanilla chai latte recipe. You should take these pre-tasks first then can go to the recipe.

Preparing Milk

Initially I thought that the milk is the majority content of Starbucks recipes. But researching and drinking more from them, I realized that only 2% milk is used. It also can be made with different types of milk and even use dairy free milk like almond milk, soy milk, cashew milk or coconut milk. Of all these, my personal favorite is oat milk.

Preparing milk is the first step towards the recipe. To get a taster and the perfect texture of the Starbucks vanilla chai latte recipe, you have to froth the milk. You have to make beautiful foam with the milk. There are certain types of methods to froth, and my personal favorite is using a milk frother. I brought these products in online. When I shared the fish stick recipe in air fryer,  most of you are keep asking me where am I brought these things. If have discounts, I prefer stores, otherwise will order online from amazon. It will help to get better steam without that much effort. If you don’t have it, I will give you alternative ways.

• Coffee press: Adding hot milk to the press and pump for 15 minutes. You will get the perfect foam milk.
• Whisk: It is more time consuming but people can try if they don’t have any tools for frothing. You have to whisk the milk until the foam forms.
• Espresso Machine Steamer: This can be pretty much expensive. If you already have one like this, you can use the steamer to warm up and form froth.

Which should buy Chai Tea Latte Co concentrator Chai Tea Bags?

The chai tea latte concentrate is ready to use. Only we have to add milk to it. But when it comes to the tea bags, you have to concentrate by boiling it with water. If you are making this occasionally, tea bags are better. But in my case, I am a huge fan of this drink and will be helpful if it is ready to use. So I mostly prefer to concentrate.

How to make Starbucks Vanilla Chai Latte Recipe

The Starbucks recipe is very confidential and the recipe will not be shared with anyone. But as a chai lover, I tried this recipe from each guess of my taste buds given.  Don’t think about the ingredients and all other luxuries. Just drink a sip and you can’t identify it’s not from Starbucks. 

I will give you instructions to brewing tea. The very first step is to pour one cup of base concentrate into a mug and add one cup of frothed milk with vanilla syrup. Mix well and the vanilla chai latte is ready to drink.

Spice Up with Water.

One of the popular rumors of Starbucks is they are adding water to get spicy tasty. I tried adding half cup milk and half cup of water. I also felt the tea was more spicy and refreshing. But, I always prefer without water. I want the authentic taste of it.

Is a chai tea latte good for you?

The chai can act as an energy booster. I used to drink a chai tea latte while doing my readings and working. It has many antioxidant properties. My best part is it contains spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom that have anti-inflammatory properties. If we are drinking it in moderation, this will not be a problem. Also, it can be high in sugar and calories, especially if made with sweetened syrups and whole milk, so it’s best to enjoy it mindfully.

Is there caffeine in the Chai Tea Latte?

Yes, a Chai Tea Latte contains caffeine because it is made with black tea, which naturally has the ingredient caffeine. The caffeine content in chai tea can vary depending on the quantity you are adding and the quality of the black tea used in it. Mostly, I should avoid such drinks at night before sleep. If you want to drink, you can have it while doing work and in the morning time. 

Also read my recent frozen ravioli recipe, I promise you that you’ll blown away with this.

FAQs on Starbucks Vanilla Chai Latte Recipe

How many pumps of vanilla are in a venti vanilla chai latte?

It is always good to add four pumps of vanilla to a venti vanilla latte. If you are adding brown sugar syrup, then add four pumps of brown sugar and two pumps of vanilla.

What is a dirty vanilla chai?

Dirty vanilla chai is a vanilla-flavored chai tea latte mixed with a shot of espresso for an extra caffeine kick. It combines the sweet, spiced flavors of chai with the boldness of coffee.

What is the best drink at Starbucks?

The best drink at Starbucks depends on your taste.  In Starbucks,  many people love the Caramel Macchiato drink for its perfect balance of espresso, milk, and caramel. Another most popular drink is the Pumpkin Spice Latte, especially during the fall season.