Apple Cider Chai Latte Recipe

A cozy apple cider chai latte, built in the cup. This apple cider chai latte layers hot apple cider over MOCAFE™ Precious Divinity™ Spiced Chai, a bold blend of cinnamon, clove and fresh ginger with cardamom, wildflower honey and Darjeeling black tea. Three ingredients, no brewing, and a drink that reads instantly on a winter menu board.

Ingredients

• 1.5 scoops MOCAFE™ Precious Divinity™ Spiced Chai
• 6 oz. steamed milk or hot water
• 4 oz. hot apple cider
• Optional: foamed milk and ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Add 1.5 scoops of MOCAFE™ Precious Divinity™ Spiced Chai to the cup.
2. Pour in 6 oz. of steamed milk or hot water and stir until the chai is dissolved.
3. Add 4 oz. of hot apple cider and stir.
4. Optional: top with foamed milk and a dusting of cinnamon.

Chef's Notes for Café Operators

• Milk or water. Steamed milk gives a creamy latte; hot water lets the apple cider and spices lead.
• Garnish to sell it. A cinnamon dusting on the foam, or a cinnamon stick and a star anise pod on the saucer, says “spiced cider” at a glance.
• Keep the cider hot. Hold apple cider hot in a pitcher or kettle through service so each drink is quick to build.
• Less sweet, more spice. Swap in MOCAFE™ Professional Barista Series Spiced Chai for a darker, more spice-forward cup.

Apple Cider Chai Latte FAQ

What is an apple cider chai latte?

A chai latte made with hot apple cider: spiced chai, steamed milk or hot water and apple cider stirred together, often finished with foamed milk and cinnamon.

Does an apple cider chai latte have caffeine?

Yes. MOCAFE™ Precious Divinity™ Spiced Chai is tea-based, and tea naturally contains caffeine.

Can I make it with water instead of milk?

Yes. The recipe works with 6 oz. of steamed milk or hot water. Milk makes it creamier; water lets the apple cider and spices come forward.

Which MOCAFE chai works best?

Precious Divinity™ Spiced Chai brings bold cinnamon, clove and ginger with wildflower honey and Darjeeling black tea. For a less sweet, darker and more spice-forward version, use MOCAFE™ Professional Barista Series Spiced Chai.

Does the chai mix contain dairy?

Yes. Precious Divinity™ Spiced Chai contains milk and coconut. Check the product's Details tab for the full ingredient statement.

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