Chai Tea

A rich and flavourful tea. bringing the liquid to a boil twice after the milk has been added seems to make it a richer chai tea.

Crush the cardamom pods with the side of a knife and place in a saucepan along with the ginger , cinnamon , cloves and peppercorns.

Add water and set aside for 30 minutes.

Bring to a rolling boil.

Remove from heat and add tea bags and let steep for 10 minutes.

Strain , pressing spices and tea bags with a spoon to remove the rich liquid.

Return liquid to pot , add milk and bring to a boil.

Immediately remove from heat.

Add honey or sugar to taste and than return to boil twice more , allowing a minute of cooling between each boil.

Serve hot in tea mugs or cups that have been warmed.

Makes 6 cups.

cardamom pods, fresh ginger, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, whole black peppercorns, cold water, tea bags, milk, honey