Double Dirty Chai

Jul 13, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Medium

Double Dirty Chai in a ceramic mug on an oak bar

A hot chai beverage with chai concentrate, double espresso shots, and steamed whole milk for a rich, spiced coffee flavor.

Prep 5 min

Cook 5 min

Total 10 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)chai concentrate
6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)whole milk
18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso

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Instructions

Pull two shots (about 36 g) of espresso from the finely ground espresso and set aside.
Combine the 4 fl oz chai concentrate with the espresso shots.
Steam the 6 fl oz whole milk to about 160°F (71°C).
Pour the steamed milk into the chai and espresso mixture, stirring gently.

Tips

Use freshly ground espresso for best flavor. Adjust chai concentrate amount to suit your preferred spice intensity.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make double dirty chai?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make double dirty chai ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

A hot chai beverage with chai concentrate, double espresso shots, and steamed whole milk for a rich, spiced coffee flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

175 Calories / serving

6.1g Fat

23.7g Carbs

5.9g Protein

23.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~175 cal · 6g fat · 24g carbs · 6g protein · 23g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 175 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 33 min·1.9 mi·~3850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 24 min·1.2 mi·~2400 steps
Moderate cycling 18 min·3.6 mi
Swimming laps 25 min
Jogging 17 min·1.4 mi·~2700 steps
Stair climbing 16 min·~1450 steps
Dancing 28 min
Bodyweight circuit training 18 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 41 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.