What Is a Dirty Chai? Calories & Recipe
A dirty chai is a chai latte with a shot of espresso. 80-120mg caffeine, 45-240 calories. Starbucks ordering tips + how to make one at home for $0.75.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a dirty chai?
A dirty chai is a chai latte with a shot of espresso added. The espresso "dirties" the lighter-colored chai, creating a drink that combines warming spices with coffee flavor and extra caffeine.
How much caffeine is in a dirty chai?
A single dirty chai has 115-135mg caffeine (50mg from chai + 65mg from espresso). A double dirty chai has 180-200mg. Compare to regular chai at 50-70mg or coffee at 95-165mg.
How do you order a dirty chai at Starbucks?
Order a "Chai Tea Latte with one shot of espresso" for a dirty chai, or "with two shots" for a double dirty. Specify hot or iced and your milk preference.
How many calories are in a dirty chai?
A Starbucks Grande dirty chai has 270-320 calories and 42g sugar. Homemade with unsweetened chai powder has 45-100 calories depending on milk, with 0g added sugar.
What is the difference between a chai latte and a dirty chai?
A chai latte is just chai with steamed milk. A dirty chai adds espresso. The espresso adds 65mg caffeine and a coffee flavor that complements the chai spices.
Is a dirty chai stronger than coffee?
No. A single dirty chai has 115-135mg caffeine vs 150-310mg in typical coffee. A double dirty approaches coffee levels at 180-200mg caffeine.