Chagee’s new drinks use espresso shots, but with tea

Whether it’s a cup of tea or a hit of caffeine, we all need that morning and midday energizer. As Chagee expands its Teaspresso lineup, you can now get your daily dose of both caffeine and tea in one drink. We had the chance to try some of Chagee’s newly released Teaspresso drinks. Here’s what to expect from each one to help you find your next go-to order. Frappe, Latte, Or Tea? Don’t worry, as Chagee has you covered. Each drink differs in its base: a milk base for your latte, a water base for your tea, and a blended one for your frappe. Despite their different profiles, they all share a shot of “teaspresso,” or in simple words, tea leaves that were extracted through an espresso-style brewing method, meaning you’re sure to get both flavors of tea and its extracted caffeine. Teaspresso Frappe One distinct change from the menu is their new Frappe-style drink.

For a sweeter touch, the teaspresso blended in the drink gives a subtle hint of caffeine while highlighting the base of each flavor being either caramel or chocolate cookie. Topped with whipped cream, it finishes with a smooth, dessert-like texture that makes it feel like your needed sugar boost. It’s a good pick if you want something sweeter, yet balanced with the taste of tea and caffeine. Teaspresso Pure Tea To get a full experience of the Teaspresso, Chagee’s pure tea drink pairs a shot with a water base, making the tea stand as its core flavor. Compared to the others, this one places itself on the calmer side, focusing on the flavors of tea rather than added flavors or sugar. If you’re looking for a simple drink that’s not too sweet or plain, or simply in the mood for some tea, Teaspresso Pure Tea is the perfect choice. Teaspresso Latte Despite having no coffee, the Teaspresso latte had a faint yet…