Brown Sugar Chai Shaken Espresso

by Abhijeet Sinha

Inspired by a very popular drink at a very popular coffee chain. This version of the beverage includes a homemade Chai spice and a touch of vanilla.

Chai Spice Blend

  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground cardamom
  • ⅕ tsp ground allspice
  • ⅕ tsp ground clove
  • ⅕ tsp nutmeg
  • ⅕ tsp ginger

Other Ingredients

  • 2 oz espresso
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (more or less to taste)
  • ½ 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

  1. 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. Stir to melt the brown sugar.
  2. 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.
  3. Fill a cup with the remaining 1 cup of ice. Pour the espresso mixture over the ice. Top with Milkadamia or your milk of choice. Stir to combine.
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