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🍒☕✨ Starbucks’ NEW Iced Cherry Chai at Home! – A Refreshing Sweet-Spiced Drink You’ll Fall in Love With

If you’ve seen Starbucks’ latest creation making waves online — the Iced Cherry Chai — you already know it’s the drink everyone’s talking about. 🍒☕💫 This unique blend combines fruity cherry notes with the warm, comforting spices of chai — resulting in a refreshing, slightly tangy, and beautifully balanced iced drink. Think of it as your favorite chai latte meeting a cherry blossom refresher — vibrant, aromatic, and utterly addictive. The best part? You can easily make this stunning pink-hued drink right at home in just minutes — no fancy barista skills required. Whether you’re chasing that Starbucks vibe or craving something refreshing and cozy all at once, this Homemade Iced Cherry Chai will hit the spot. 🍒💛
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 Servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes
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Ingredients
  

For 1 Serving:
  • ¾ cup chai concentrate store-bought or homemade
  • ½ cup cherry juice unsweetened or light sweetened
  • ¼ cup milk of choice oat, almond, or dairy
  • ½ –1 Tbsp honey or vanilla syrup to taste
  • Ice cubes
Optional Garnish:
  • Fresh cherries or maraschino cherries 🍒
  • Cinnamon stick or chai spice sprinkle
  • Drizzle of cherry syrup for color
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Equipment

  • Tall glass or mason jar
  • Cocktail shaker or mixing jar with lid
  • Measuring spoons & cups
  • Spoon or straw for stirring
  • Ice cube tray

Method
 

Chill the Base
  1. Fill a tall glass halfway with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in the chai concentrate and cherry juice.
Sweeten & Shake
  1. Add honey or vanilla syrup to taste.
  2. Pour everything into a shaker (or use a mason jar with a lid).
  3. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds to chill and mix.
Add Milk
  1. Pour the mixture back into the glass over ice.
  2. Gently top with milk and swirl lightly — it’ll create a beautiful pink marbled effect. ✨
Garnish & Serve
  1. Add a fresh cherry or drizzle of syrup on top.
  2. Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon or chai spice for that signature warm aroma.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator: Store leftover chai-cherry mix (without milk) for up to 2 days.
Shake Before Serving: Flavors may separate as it sits.
Freezer Tip: Freeze leftover cherry juice into cubes for an extra fruity chill without dilution.
🥄 Variations
Iced Cherry Chai Latte: Add extra milk or foam for a creamier texture.
Cherry Vanilla Chai: Mix in a splash of vanilla extract for a dessert-like flavor.
Sparkling Cherry Chai: Replace milk with soda water for a fizzy refresher!
Chai Berry Fusion: Add a splash of pomegranate or cranberry juice for extra tartness.
Hot Version: Skip the ice and gently heat the cherry juice and chai together before adding milk.
❓ 10 FAQs
What is Starbucks’ Iced Cherry Chai made with?
It’s a mix of chai tea, cherry syrup, and milk poured over ice — fruity and spiced perfection!
Can I make it without store-bought chai?
Yes — just steep strong black tea with chai spices (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves) and cool it.
Can I use frozen cherries?
Absolutely — blend them with water and strain to make cherry juice.
Can I make it caffeine-free?
Use decaf chai or a rooibos chai blend.
What’s the best milk to use?
Oat milk or almond milk gives a creamy texture and complements the cherry flavor.
Can I make it sugar-free?
Yes — use unsweetened juice and swap honey for stevia or monk fruit syrup.
Can I serve it hot?
Definitely! Warm it on the stove for a cozy cherry chai latte.
Can I add espresso to make it stronger?
Sure — add one shot of espresso for a “Cherry Dirty Chai” twist. ☕🍒
Can I batch-make it for guests?
Yes! Mix chai concentrate and cherry juice in a pitcher and store chilled until serving.
Can I garnish it differently?
Try edible rose petals or a rim of pink sugar for a fancy presentation. 🌸
🏁 Conclusion
This Homemade Iced Cherry Chai is everything you want in a trendy coffeehouse drink — it’s creamy, fruity, spiced, and visually stunning. 🍒☕✨
It tastes like a cozy chai latte met a refreshing cherry refresher — sweet yet balanced, bold yet smooth. The best part? You can make it at home for a fraction of the cost and tweak it exactly to your taste.
So go ahead — shake, pour, and sip your way to Starbucks vibes from your own kitchen! 🍒💛