Ingredients



  1. Spices: 3 cinnamon sticks, 1 tsp whole black peppercorns, 5 whole cloves,
    4 green cardamom pods (crushed), 1-inch piece fresh ginger (sliced)
  2. Tea: 2–3 black tea bags (Assam or English Breakfast recommended)
  3. Liquid: 1 cup water, 2 cups milk (whole, almond, or oat)
  4. Sweetener: 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  5. Optional: 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions



  1. Simmer Spices: In a small saucepan, combine water, cinnamon,
    peppercorns, cloves, cardamom, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium
    heat for 5 minutes.
  2. Steep Tea: Turn off the heat, add the black tea bags, cover the pot,
    and let it steep for 5–10 minutes.
  3. Strain: Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a mug or
    teapot to remove spices and tea bags.
  4. Heat Milk & Combine: In the same saucepan, heat the milk until steaming.
    Whisk in the maple syrup and vanilla.
  5. Froth and Serve: Use a milk frother or whisk vigorously to foam the milk.
    Pour the milk into the spiced tea and top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.