![]() In turn, we take in more caffeine than our bodies can handle and end up with negative results. That’s what sucks us into ordering extraordinarily large sizes of our favorite drinks. Though, many, if not most, people like the ritual and comfort of sipping on a beverage for a good while. Yes, some people drink caffeinated drinks purely for the jolt of energy it gives them. Of course, what that statement doesn’t take into consideration are human habits. So, as you can see, the amount of caffeine in a chai latte pales in comparison to what you’d get from the equivalent amount of coffee from a drip coffee maker or an espresso made on a super automatic espresso machine. Caffeine in Chai Tea vs Coffee Comparison Chart Drink Keep in mind that 400 milligrams of caffeine is the recommended maximum per person per day. I’ll throw in some information on espresso and a standard cup of coffee to help put this in context. ![]() Let’s look at the caffeine contents for Starbucks chai latte in chart form for comparison. That said, a chai latte at Starbucks has roughly six milligrams of caffeine per ounce. A tall – small – chai latte at Starbucks is 12 ounces, the equivalent of three servings in India. However, in the west, our habit is to oversize pretty much everything. In India, masala chai is generally served in four ounce cups. The median amount of caffeine in a masala chai is 10 mg per ounce, though it can easily range from 6 to 20 mg depending on the preparation method used. Understandably, the amount of caffeine varies and is highly dependent on how long the tea leaves were allowed to steep. That can be great when you need to stay alert and focused, but not so great when you’re lying in bed wide awake and staring at the ceiling. Masala chai (aka: chai latte) is made from black tea infused with various spices and blended with hot milk.īlack tea contains caffeine, which stimulates the central nervous system and blocks adenosine, a chemical in the brain that makes you feel drowsy. It’s often consumed alongside candied fennel, a spice also known for its digestive properties. Then, chai is enjoyed at the end of the meal and aids in digestion. ![]() Known for its spiciness, Indian food heats up one’s palate while you eat, yet gets balanced by the consumption of “raita,” which is a combination of plain yogurt and cucumbers, both of which cool the body. The wakefulness part is kinda obvious, but what most people don’t realize is that chai is enjoyed as the final course of an Indian meal. In India, it’s simply called “masala chai,” where it’s used for both wakefulness and digestion. To fully understand the benefits of chai latte, you first need to understand how it fits into Indian culture, where chai latte comes from. Cinnamon Clove Cardamom Ginger Black Pepper Star Anise ![]()
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