{"product_id":"chaga-spice-chai","title":"Chaga Spice Chai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA warming chai that pairs bold Assam black tea with earthy chaga mushroom, warming cinnamon and ginger, and a gentle finish of French vanilla. Grounding and cozy, this is the chai for slow mornings and the kind of afternoon that calls for something a little more medicinal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Carry This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChaga is one of the most prized functional mushrooms in herbal tradition, long used in parts of Northern and Eastern Europe for its earthy, slightly bitter character and its place in everyday wellness rituals. We paired it with a classic chai spice blend, since cinnamon, ginger and cardamom have always had a natural affinity for anything earthy and warming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a chai that reads as comforting first and functional second. Chaga brings a subtle, woodsy depth that rounds out the brightness of the spices instead of fighting with them, and the French vanilla note at the finish keeps the whole cup from ever feeling medicinal. Sourced and blended through our partner roaster, Temecula Coffee Roasters in California, and packed fresh to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold black tea base\u003c\/strong\u003e — full-bodied Assam gives this chai real backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarming spice\u003c\/strong\u003e — cinnamon, ginger and cardamom in classic chai proportions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarthy chaga depth\u003c\/strong\u003e — a subtle, woodsy undertone, not overpowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth vanilla finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — rounds out the spice without adding sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-bodied, warming cup\u003c\/strong\u003e — built for cold mornings and slow afternoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssam Black Tea, Chaga Mushroom, Cinnamon, Ginger, Natural and Artificial French Vanilla Flavoring, Cardamom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatement of identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose Leaf Flavored Tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~30–35 cups per 3oz bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoose Leaf (Recommended)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Use 3g (about 1 heaping teaspoon) per 12oz cup. Steep at 195°F for 5 minutes. The longer steep draws out the full spice profile and lets the chaga's earthiness come through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChai Latte\u003c\/strong\u003e — Steep double-strength, then combine with steamed milk or a milk alternative. The spice and vanilla hold up beautifully against dairy or oat milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIced Chaga Chai\u003c\/strong\u003e — Brew double-strength, cool, and pour over ice. The spice stays bright and the chaga's earthiness is less pronounced served cold, making this a lighter, more refreshing version of the hot cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChai drinkers\u003c\/strong\u003e who want something a little deeper and more grounding than a standard spice blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional tea curious\u003c\/strong\u003e — an easy, approachable way to try chaga without committing to a straight mushroom tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold mornings\u003c\/strong\u003e — warming spice and a full-bodied base built for the coldest part of the year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvening wind-down\u003c\/strong\u003e — caffeinated but mellow enough for an early-evening cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this taste like mushrooms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot really — chaga is earthy and woodsy rather than \"mushroomy.\" In this blend it reads as a deeper, warmer note underneath the chai spice, not a dominant flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this caffeinated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the Assam black tea base means this chai carries real caffeine, similar to a standard black tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the vanilla flavoring natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a blend of natural and artificial French vanilla flavoring, used in a light touch to round out the spice at the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from a regular chai?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe chaga mushroom adds a subtle earthy depth you won't find in a standard chai blend, while keeping all the warming spice character you'd expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tea\"\u003eExplore our full tea lineup\u003c\/a\u003e — or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coffee\"\u003ebrowse all coffees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNever run out.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/subscribe-and-save\"\u003eSubscribe and Save 15%\u003c\/a\u003e on monthly delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Temecula Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Loose leaf \/ 3oz","offer_id":67589309628452,"sku":"TCHAGA-TEA-3OZ-COMP","price":25.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/4946\/0772\/files\/kraft_blank_final_latest_af88f5fb-11f2-4aac-a0da-5635feefb393.jpg?v=1790889105","url":"https:\/\/milestonebrewedcoffee.com\/products\/chaga-spice-chai","provider":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}