Spiked Iced Chai Tea Latte

Ingredients

• Ice cubes (as needed)
• Spiced rum (2 ounces)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• Honey (1 tablespoon)
• Milk (dairy or non-dairy) (1 cup)
• Water (2 cups)
• Chai tea bags (2)

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
2. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the 2 chai tea bags. Allow them to steep for 5 minutes, ensuring a robust flavor extraction.
3. Carefully remove the tea bags and let the chai tea cool to room temperature. For a quicker option, refrigerate the tea until chilled.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of milk, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 ounces of spiced rum. Stir well until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
5. Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes, packing them tightly to keep the drink chilled.
6. Pour the cooled chai tea over the ice cubes, filling each glass halfway.
7. Top off each glass with the milk mixture, filling them to the brim for a creamy finish.
8. Gently stir each drink to combine the layers and flavors, creating a visually appealing swirl.
9. Serve immediately and savor the refreshing, spiced goodness!