--- title: The Great Chai Debate description: Chai Latte is the dark horse campaigning to take the top spot from coffee in the cafe industry. 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The Chai Latte is the dark horse that has taken the world by storm, and with an increased focus on health, lifestyle, and caffeine intake reductions in our day-to-day lives, it’s campaigning for coffee’s top spot.   Let’s take a look at what Chai Lattes are bringing to the table…   ![bondi-chai-great-debate-chai-latte-korie-cull](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/korie-cull-aCOc0321Ask-unsplash-jpg.jpeg?width=333&height=250&name=korie-cull-aCOc0321Ask-unsplash-jpg.jpeg) 📷 [Korie Cull via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@korie)   **What’s the difference between a Chai Latte and a Coffee?**   - A Chai Latte is a **mix of spices** and **tea** steeped in hot milk. - Coffee is **roasted, ground beans** that can be served with or without milk.   ![bondi-chai-great-debate-chai-spices-coffee-beans](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(14).png?width=333&height=250&name=Untitled%20design%20(14).png) 📷 [VD Photograhy via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@vdphotography) / 📷 [Mockup Graphics via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@mockupgraphics)   **What about caffeine?**   Chai Lattes are becoming a popular alternative for Coffee drinkers who are looking to reduce their daily caffeine intake. Because chai is made with tea instead of coffee, the comparative caffeine levels immediately drop by more than half. Just ask anyone who is tea-total, a cup of tea has more than enough boost to get you started in the morning.   Bondi Chai’s three blends contain black tea and with each cup of deliciousness, you’re only consuming the same level of caffeine as [green tea or half that of brewed black tea](https://www.bondichai.com.au/bondi-chai-nutritional-information#:~:text=green%20tea%20or%20half%20that%20of%20brewed%20black%20tea).   [via GIPHY](https://giphy.com/gifs/gilmoregirls-netflix-gilmore-girls-3o6wrnfLBVw7Fk9Awo)   **READ: **[**What’s In Bondi Chai and Why**](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/bondi-chai-buzz/whats-in-chai-and-why)   ![bondi-chai-great-debate-meditate-benjamin-child](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/benjamin-child-rOn57CBgyMo-unsplash-jpg.jpeg?width=375&height=250&name=benjamin-child-rOn57CBgyMo-unsplash-jpg.jpeg) 📷 [Benjamin Child via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@bchild311)   What are the [health benefits](https://itrychai.com/blog/2019/8/27/11-chai-health-benefits) of a Chai Latte?   A traditional Chai Latte mix includes many spices with reputed health benefits. The core spices are:   *Ginger* Well known for its anti-inflammatory properties, eating ginger is also believed to help with [digestion, nausea, headaches, and improved circulation](https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/ginger-benefits#:~:text=your%20well%2Dbeing.-,Health%20Benefits%20of%20Ginger,-%E2%80%9CGinger%20is%20fantastic).   ![bondi-chai-great-debate-ginger-noonbrew](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/noonbrew-ziCb4_EKmak-unsplash.jpeg?width=333&height=250&name=noonbrew-ziCb4_EKmak-unsplash.jpeg) 📷 [Noonbrew via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@noonbrew)   *Cloves* Cloves are also a source of [antioxidants](https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-cloves), as well as vitamin A. They can reduce inflammation, the risk of arthritis, improve liver function and help with headaches.   *Cinnamon* Like the other ingredients, [Cinnamon](https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-benefits-of-cinnamon) is loaded with antioxidants and contains anti-inflammatory properties. It can also help maintain blood-sugar levels, boost your metabolism, and some studies have shown that it can help reduce the risk of heart disease.   ![bondi-chai-great-debate-cinnamon-catia-climovich](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/catia-climovich-Ou1YhE9bw1Y-unsplash.jpg?width=375&height=250&name=catia-climovich-Ou1YhE9bw1Y-unsplash.jpg) 📷 [Catia Climovich via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@catiaclimovich)   *Black* *Tea* [Black tea](https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/black-tea-benefits) is the most common tea consumed around the world. Just like the other ingredients, it is full of antioxidants that help remove free radicals in the body, can promote a healthy heart, help lower bad cholesterol, boost the health of your heart, help reduce blood pressure and improve focus.   Bondi Chai’s [blends](https://www.bondichai.com.au/bondi-chai-nutritional-information) also include honey powder. Honey contains a [mix of vitamins, minerals, iron, zinc, antioxidants and amino acids](https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-honey/art-20363819#:~:text=mix%20of%20amino%20acids%2C%20vitamins%2C%20minerals%2C%20iron%2C%20zinc%20and%20antioxidants). You can use it as a natural sweetener (like we do) or for its medicinal properties, such as acting as an antiseptic/antibacterial ointment or an anti-inflammatory for wounds. One of its common uses is as a treatment for sore throats and coughs.   ![bondi-chai-great-debate-honey-art-rachen](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/art-rachen-Asj5DFw8UAw-unsplash-jpg-1.jpeg?width=333&height=250&name=art-rachen-Asj5DFw8UAw-unsplash-jpg-1.jpeg) 📷 [Art Rachen via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@artrachen)   We know this is a glowing review for Chai Latte and we’ll freely admit that there are reasons why coffee has been a front runner for as long as there's been a race. It's also probably why the happy medium of the ‘Dirty Chai’ (a Chai Latte with a shot of espresso) was born.   Coffee is well known to boost energy levels, can [enhance athletic performance](https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee#9.-May-enhance-athletic-performance:~:text=9.%20May%20enhance%20athletic%20performance), help with weight management, and [lower the risk of depression](https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee#5.-Linked-to-a-lower-risk-of-depression:~:text=5.%20Linked%20to%20a%20lower%20risk%20of%20depression). Some studies have also suggested that it could also contribute to a reduced risk of disease and health disorders.   ![bondi-chai-great-debate-exercise-energy-gabin-vallet](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/gabin-vallet-JVnLqWGWVzs-unsplash-jpg.jpeg?width=375&height=250&name=gabin-vallet-JVnLqWGWVzs-unsplash-jpg.jpeg) 📷 [Gabin Vallet via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@gabinvallet)   **READ: **[**The Science Behind Hot Drinks**](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/bondi-chai-buzz/the-science-behind-hot-drinks)   ![bondi-chai-great-debate-chai-latte-blackies-shoot](https://blog.bondichai.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/blackieshoot-hlgKiC9t4N8-unsplash-jpg.jpeg?width=370&height=250&name=blackieshoot-hlgKiC9t4N8-unsplash-jpg.jpeg) 📷 [Blackies Shoot via Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/@blackieshoot)   So, there you have it; if you’re looking to lower your daily caffeine intake without losing any hot (or cold) drink options, then you should give Chai Latte a try – if you haven’t already, that is. You don’t have to pick a side or switch allegiance to Team Chai Latte, you can transition slowly or start with the compromise of a Dirty Chai.   We’d love to hear your take on The Great Chai Debate. Let us know in the comments below. 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