Creamy Madagascar vanilla notes dance with tingling Malabar Coast spices, and a lively ginger finish is accentuated by candy-sweet cardamom. No wonder it is one of our best-selling teas.

History & Heritage

In India, chai simply means tea. Spiced tea has long roots in South Asian traditions, and masala chai, meaning "spiced tea," became an everyday drink in the early 20th century. At that time, the Indian Tea Association promoted tea drinking across India through tea stalls, demonstrations and vendors at railway stations. Street vendors, known as chaiwalas, often brewed the tea with milk, sugar and spices, creating the beloved style found on street corners throughout India today.

Interesting Facts

• Ingredients: black tea, dried miniature daisy, calendula petals, chopped and powdered ginger, cardamom, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper and natural flavors.

Tasting Notes & Pairings

Smooth, creamy and warmly spiced. Wonderful as a latte with steamed milk, and delicious with snickerdoodles, banana bread, or pancakes.

Brewing tips (general guideline): turn your bag of chai upside down a few times first, since powdered spices can settle. Use 1 heaping teaspoon per 8 oz of freshly boiled water (212°F), steep 4–5 minutes, then add warm milk and sweetener to taste.

Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Vanilla Chai is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Chai collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.