SF Monumental Spiced Chai, 10 oz.

We believe chai should be Zen in a cup, and our instant sugar-free Monumental Spiced Chai powder provides just that. Natural sweeteners (stevia and xylitol), mellow spices and a delicious tea flavor give depth to a creamy, indulgent sweetness. As it mixes effortlessly with milk or water, we are certain you will agree that our sugar-free chai is other-worldly.

For those of you new to Stevia and Xylitol, here is the lowdown:

Stevia is made from a plant that is a member of the daisy family.  It is an all-natural sweetener with zero calories, zero carbs and a zero glycemic index value (it doesn't impact blood sugar levels when processed through your body). The stevia in our product is a purified form, known as Stevia SG95.  

Xylitol is a natural, plant derived substance that looks and tastes very similar to sugar but has less than 1/2 of the calories of sugar. It has a low glycemic index as it obsorbes slowly into the blood stream and does not cause a spike like sugar . It is used to sweeten all kinds of chewing gum as it is known to reduce the incidence of tooth decay.  Why isn't Xylitol the natural sugar substitute of choice? It's far more expensive than sugar or artificial sweeteners, and knowledge of the product is limited in the U.S.

Both stevia and xylitol have been popular in Japan and Europe for decades.  Since they are naturally derived, there is no "sugar free" aftertaste and they are excellent natural alternatives.