Aarti'S Party Chai Tea

• 2 cups water
• 1 piece cinnamon stick (1-inch)
• 4 green cardamom pods, smashed
• 4 whole cloves
• 1/2 star anise
• 2 quarter sized pieces fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons black tea leaves (recommended ( Taj Mahal) or 2 teaspoons black tea, of choice (I use decaf)
• 2 teaspoons honey (or more)
• whole milk (I use almond or rice milk) or half-and-half (I use almond or rice milk)

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Stir in the honey and add milk to your liking. Strain it into a bowl or pitcher and serve!
4. Enjoy!

water, cinnamon, green cardamom pods, cloves, anise, ginger, black tea, honey, milk

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/aartis-party-chai-tea-437153 (may not work)