Peppermint Chai Tea

• 4 cups water
• 1 tablespoon cardamom pod
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon whole cloves
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 cinnamon stick (3 inches long)
• 4 peppermint tea bags or 4 teaspoons loose peppermint tea
• For serving
• pure maple syrup
• vanilla soymilk or plain soymilk

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the water and spices.
2. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Immediately reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from the heat and add the peppermint tea. Cover the pan and let steep for 3 to 5 minutes; the longer you leave it, the stronger the tea will be.
4. Strain out the spices and tea. Serve immediately, letting each person add syrup and soy milk to their taste.

water, cardamom pod, fresh ginger, whole cloves, black peppercorns, cinnamon, loose peppermint tea, maple syrup, vanilla soymilk

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/peppermint-chai-tea-404780 (may not work)