That black tea base brings caffeine. Not as much as espresso, but enough to shake off a morning fog. A typical 16-ounce chai latte has about 60 to 80 milligrams of caffeine. That’s like a weak coffee or a strong tea.
If you order a “dirty chai” (add a shot of espresso), you’re basically asking for a jetpack. I support that choice. Just don’t blame me when you’re reorganizing your sock drawer at midnight.