Why Baristas Are Begging You to Order Pumpkin Chai over the Psl This Fall
Q1: Does the Starbucks Chai Tea Latte contain espresso?
A1: No. A standard chai latte contains only liquid black tea concentrate, water, milk, and ice. To add espresso, order a "Dirty Chai," which introduces a single or double shot of signature or blonde espresso.
Q2: Why is the Iced Pumpkin Chai more expensive than an Iced Chai?
A2: The drink includes pumpkin cream cold foam, which carries an automated upcharge ranging from $1.25 to $1.45 depending on regional pricing. Adding seasonal foams pushes standard Grande prices beyond $6.00.
Q3: Can I get the Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam warm on a hot chai?
A3: Cold foam cannot be steamed into a hot drink because heat destroys the micro-bubble aeration of the heavy cream. Instead, order a regular hot chai with whole or oat milk, and ask the barista to steam one pump of pumpkin sauce directly into the milk.
