Coffee
Dirty Chai Latte
Chai meets espresso for a bold fusion
Sm $5.50 / Lg $6.50
The Story
The "dirty" chai latte was born in American specialty coffee shops in the early 2000s when customers began adding espresso shots to their chai lattes for an extra caffeine kick. The name "dirty" refers to the addition of espresso "dirtying" the clean herbal flavours of the chai — a playful descriptor that stuck.
The combination works remarkably well: the warming spices of the chai (cardamom, cinnamon, ginger) complement rather than clash with the deep, roasted notes of espresso. The result is a complex, layered drink with both the aromatics of spiced tea and the intensity of coffee.
At Cappadocia, our dirty chai latte is made with our premium chai blend, a shot of fresh espresso, and steamed milk — a fusion drink that perfectly bridges two great beverage traditions and has become a firm favourite among guests who love both coffee and spice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dirty Chai Latte come from?
Dirty Chai Latte originates from USA — 2000s. The "dirty" chai latte was born in American specialty coffee shops in the early 2000s when customers began adding espresso shots to their chai lattes for an extra caffeine kick. The name "dirty" refers to the addition of…
What is in Dirty Chai Latte?
Dirty Chai Latte is made with: Spiced chai blend, Single or double espresso, Steamed milk.
Can I try Dirty Chai Latte in Darlinghurst Sydney?
Yes! Dirty Chai Latte is on the menu at Cappadocia Café & Restaurant, 82-84 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010. Priced at Sm $5.50 / Lg $6.50. Open Mon–Tue 6am–4pm, Wed–Fri 6am–9pm, Sat 7am–9pm, Sun 7am–4pm.
Key Ingredients
- Spiced chai blend
- Single or double espresso
- Steamed milk
Did You Know?
Caffeine researchers note that a dirty chai latte can contain up to 200 mg of caffeine — more than most energy drinks — from the combined caffeine in both the black tea and the espresso shot.
Try it in Darlinghurst
82-84 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Mon–Tue 6am–4pm · Wed–Fri 6am–9pm
Sat 7am–9pm · Sun 7am–4pm
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