Ingredients
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2 cups water
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1 piece cinnamon stick (1-inch)
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4 green cardamom pods, smashed
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4 whole cloves
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1/2 star anise
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2 quarter sized pieces fresh ginger
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2 teaspoons black tea leaves (recommended ( Taj Mahal) or 2 teaspoons black tea, of choice (I use decaf)
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2 teaspoons honey (or more)
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whole milk (I use almond or rice milk) or half-and-half (I use almond or rice milk)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water, all of the spices and the ginger to a boil over medium heat. Turn off the heat and allow it to steep for 15 minutes.
- Bring the mixture back to a boil, then add the tea. Turn the heat off, and allow it to steep for 3 to 5 minutes depending on how strong you like your tea.
- Stir in the honey and add milk to your liking. Strain it into a bowl or pitcher and serve!
- Enjoy!