Yield: 1 serving

9 whole cloves

3 whole star anise

1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces

1 teaspoon multi-colored peppercorns

1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

2 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups water

2 black tea bags

1/2 cup milk

cinnamon for garnish

Preheat a small pot over medium high heat. Add the cloves, star anise, cinnamon stick, black peppercorns, and nutmeg. Toast for 1 to 2 minutes until the spices become fragrant.
Add the honey, vanilla extract and water. Bring to a gently simmer and add the tea bags. Steep for 10 minutes.
Steam or froth the milk in a separate pot or frothing vessel.
Strain the chai tea into a mug of choice. Pour milk into the cup and top with froth.
Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and enjoy right away.

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