Brown Sugar Chai Shaken Espresso
Updated Nov 02, 2025, Published on Jan 13, 2024
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This Brown Sugar Chai Shaken Espresso may remind you of a drink you have had at a very popular coffee chain. But this version isn't just a Chai or an espresso drink - It pulls inspiration from both beverages into one creamy and warm-spiced coffee drink!
What is Chai?
Chai typically refers to a type of tea that originated in India. It is a spiced tea beverage made by brewing black tea with a mixture of aromatic Indian spices and herbs. Chai is often served with milk and sweetened with sugar.
This version doesn't contain black tea, but uses spices inspired by a classic Chai!
Brown Sugar Chai Shaken Espresso Ingredients
Chai Spice Blend
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Ground Cardamom
- 1/8 tsp Ground All Spice
- 1/8 tsp Ground Clove
- 1/8 tsp Nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp Ginger
Other Ingredients
- 2 oz Espresso
- 1 tbsp Brown Sugar more or less to taste
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Milkadamia or any milk of choice
- 2 cups Ice
Instructions
Chai Spice Blend
- Combine all spices in a small bowl.
Other Instructions
- Add the brown sugar and vanilla extract to the bottom of an espresso cup. Pull a double shot of espresso over the brown sugar and vanilla extract. Give it a stir so the brown sugar melts.
- Pour the espresso into a cocktail shaker or mason jar. Add the Chai spice blend and 1 cup of ice. Shake vigorously until chilled and combined.
- Fill a cup with the remaining 1 cup of ice. Pour the espresso mixture over the ice. Fill the rest of the glass with Milkadamia or the milk of your choice. Stir to combine.
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This refreshing beverage combines an Iced Chai and an Iced Latte into one warm-spiced drink that you will love to sip! It's flavorful, creamy, and perfect in the morning to wake you up or as a mid-day burst of energy.
If you used Milkadamia like I did, you can whip up a batch of my Carrot Ginger Soup which uses the same milk.
If you try this recipe, feel free to rate/leave a review. You can also tag me on Instagram or TikTok!
Brown Sugar Chai Shaken Espresso
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
Ingredients
Chai Spice Blend
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cardamom
- 1/8 teaspoon Ground All Spice
- 1/8 teaspoon Ground Cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon Ginger
Other Ingredients
- 2 oz Espresso
- 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar, more or less to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Milkadamia , or any milk of choice
- 2 cups Ice
Instructions
Chai Spice Blend
- Combine all spices in a small bowl.
Other Instructions
- Add the brown sugar and vanilla extract to the bottom of an espresso cup. Pull a double shot of espresso over the brown sugar and vanilla extract. Give it a stir so the brown sugar melts.
- Pour the espresso into a cocktail shaker or mason jar. Add the Chai spice blend and 1 cup of ice. Shake vigorously until chilled and combined.
- Fill a cup with the remaining 1 cup of ice. Pour the espresso mixture over the ice. Fill the rest of the glass with Milkadamia or the milk of your choice. Stir to combine.
Video
@carolbeecooks Brown Sugar Chai Shaken Espresso. Similar to a popular drink you may have had before but with vanilla, a homemade Chai spice blend, and topped with creamy Milkadamia (or milk of choice) ☕️ #shakenespresso #chai #coffeerecipe #carolbeecooks
♬ original sound - Carolyn | Easy Recipes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
