Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Add the black tea bags or loose black tea, and let it steep for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cardamom, ground cloves, and black pepper (if using).
- Allow the spices to simmer for another 2-3 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- In another saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- Remove the tea from heat and strain it into a large mug or teapot to discard the tea bags or leaves.
- Pour the warm milk into the spiced tea mixture, and stir gently to combine.
- If desired, add vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a cinnamon stick.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the sweetness and spices according to your taste.