Sweater weather, minus the pinky out.
This is the chai for the person who wants cozy without the ceremony — no pinky out, no fuss, just a mug and hot water. Bold black tea carries cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and clove, and yes, that's real pumpkin in there, not just a suggestion of it. A swirl of creamy vanilla and a whisper of cardamom and marigold round it out.
It's built to be steeped strong and sipped straight, or dressed up with steamed milk if you're leaning into the whole fall thing. Either way works. There's no wrong way to drink your chai.
Want to take it further? Try the Pumpkin Crème Chai Latte recipe — same tea, a little more effort, worth it on a slow morning.
The Blend
Black tea base with real pumpkin flakes, warm baking spices, and a swirl of vanilla. Flavor character: warm, spiced, creamy — reads like dessert without being one. Caffeine level: moderate to high. This is a limited fall release.
Nutritional Info
Moderate to high caffeine — this uses a black tea base. No added sugar, no sweeteners. The flavor comes from real pumpkin flakes, whole spices, and natural vanilla flavor.
How to Brew
Hot Brew
Bring water to a full rolling boil (212°F). Use 1 heaping teaspoon per cup (8 oz). Steep for 3 minutes. One 1 oz bag makes approximately 11–14 cups.
Cold Brew
Use 2 teaspoons per cup of cold water. Refrigerate for 8–12 hours. Serve over ice, with a splash of cream if you like.
No fancy equipment required — a strainer or infuser works fine, and a mug is enough for straight steeping.
Storage Tips
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and moisture. Reseal the bag tightly after each use to keep the spices and flavor fresh.
FAQ
Is this tea caffeinated?
Yes — it uses a black tea base, so it has a moderate to high amount of caffeine. Solid morning or afternoon territory.
How do I brew this tea?
Use 1 heaping teaspoon per 8 oz of water at a full rolling boil (212°F) and steep for 3 minutes. For cold brew, use 2 teaspoons per cup of cold water and refrigerate 8–12 hours before serving over ice. Makes approximately 11–14 cups per 1 oz bag.
Can I add milk to this tea?
Yes — Pumpkin Crème Chai holds up well with milk. Steamed milk, oat milk, or your usual creamer all work. If you're adding milk, steep for the full 3 minutes so the flavor doesn't wash out.
What's in this blend?
Pumpkin Crème Chai contains black tea, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, natural pumpkin spice flavor, cardamom, pumpkin flakes, hand ground nutmeg, marigold flowers, and natural vanilla flavor. No added sugar, no sweeteners, no artificial flavors.
Does this tea taste sweet without adding sugar?
It has a naturally warm, spiced, vanilla-forward character that reads as sweet without any added sugar or sweetener. How sweet it tastes depends on brew strength and what you add, but it's genuinely good on its own.
Is this a limited release?
Yes — Pumpkin Crème Chai is a fall release made in limited batches. Once this batch sells out, it won't return until next year's fall lineup.
