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Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea)

Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) is a spiced milk tea popular across South Asia and in many global cafes, typically brewed from black tea with warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and served with milk and sometimes sugar. It’s known for its aromatic, comforting flavor and is enjoyed as a daily beverage or social drink. As prepared here, Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) is relatively low in energy at 47kcal per 100 g but derives most of its carbohydrates from sugars and contains some milk fat and dairy protein; it also supplies small amounts of vitamin B12 and manganese from the milk and tea. The drink delivers modest protein with a complete amino acid profile when made with dairy, but can be higher in simple sugars depending on added sweeteners. Compared with plain brewed tea, this milky, sweet version trades extra calories and saturated fat for creaminess; it still provides tea-derived antioxidants from the spices and black tea, though those benefits are reduced if a lot of sugar or high-fat milk is used. Choosing lower-fat milk or skipping added sugar keeps the comforting flavor while making it a lighter choice.

Vegetarian · Gluten free · Processed · ~0.12€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

D+

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Masala Chai.

Calories

47 kcal

2% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

1.6 g

3% RDI

Fat

1.6 g

0.9g sat fat

Carbs

6.4 g

2% RDI

Sugar

6.4 g

13% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

0.1 g

1% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

D+ · 4.8 / 10

Healthy alternatives

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) healthy?

Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) is rated D+ on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea)?

Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) gluten free?

Yes, Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea)?

100g of Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) contains 47 kcal, 1.6g protein, 6.4g carbohydrates, 1.6g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) vegetarian?

Yes, Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea) is vegetarian but not vegan.

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