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Iced Raspberry Vanilla Chai: Your Perfect Summer Refresher

Iced Raspberry Vanilla Chai is a refreshing, vegan drink perfect for summer gatherings, offering a delightful blend of creamy vanilla, earthy chai, and fresh raspberries.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Brunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Chai
  • 2 cups filtered water Base for brewing chai
  • 2 bags chai tea bags Opt for high-quality loose-leaf for richer taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure extract for maximum flavor
For the Raspberry Purée
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries Fresh is best, but frozen works
  • 2 tablespoons honey or sugar Adjust based on the tartness of the raspberries
For Assembly
  • 1 cup milk or dairy-free alternative Almond, oat, or coconut milk are great options
  • fresh raspberries For garnish
  • cinnamon Optional; for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Blender
  • fine mesh sieve
  • Large mixing glass
  • Serving Glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling 2 cups of filtered water in a medium saucepan over high heat. Once boiling, add your chai tea bags or loose-leaf tea and let them steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea and let it cool before refrigerating for 30 minutes.
  2. While your chai cools, rinse 1 cup of fresh raspberries under cold water. Transfer the raspberries to a blender and add honey or your preferred sweetener. Blend until smooth, straining if you prefer a smoother texture.
  3. In a large mixing glass, combine the chilled chai tea with 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and the prepared raspberry purée. Stir gently to blend.
  4. Fill serving glasses with ice cubes. Pour the raspberry chai mixture over the ice, then add milk or a dairy-free alternative.
  5. Garnish each drink with fresh raspberries and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Ensure chai is chilled before mixing. Adjust sweetness based on raspberry tartness. Can be prepared ahead of time.