David Rio was founded in 1996 by Scott (David) and Rio while they were working on a line of specialty coffees and teas marketing in Japan. The two created their first powdered chai product - the Elephant Vanilla - and became an overnight hit among consumers and wholesalers. Their market expanded beyond the orient to North America with their "Tiger Spice", which had more kick than the original mix. The Toroise Green Tea followed closely beyond, being the first chai powder made with premium green tea. These relatively modest beginnings spawned an entire product line enjoyed the world-over.

David Rio's corporate philosophy is to support animal welfare groups including the Humane Society and the SPCA. Their involvement in animal support explains the unconventional naming behind some of their products (like the David Rio Tiger Spice Chai). If you're wondering where to buy chai, you've found the right place for the right brand.

Chai Tea and Green Tea Chai makes a great substitute for a cup of coffee. The Chai Tea Latte Powder Concentrate is made of teas and spices, which naturally contains less caffeine than the same serving size coffee cup or mug - with far more taste. What it lacks in caffeine, it makes up for in awakening your senses. Give your taste buds a little adventure by substituting your afternoon coffee for a cup of instant chai tea, and enjoy the benefits of lower caffeine intake.

Did You Know... The word "Chai" actually just translates to "tea" in many European and Asian languages. The actual term for Chai Tea is Masala Chai - though the term Chai is frequently used to described Masala in western culture. Masala Chai is a type of tea that uses spices, sweetener, milk and typically black tea.