Creamy Spiced Autumn Delight Tea

Creamy Spiced Autumn Delight Tea

Ingredients

• 600 ml of water
• 3 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
• 2 thick slices of fresh ginger
• 1 small cinnamon stick
• 1 star anise pod
• 400 ml of milk (of your choice)
• A generous pinch of grated nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon of loose black tea
• 1 generous spoonful of honey or maple syrup

Preparation steps

1. In a saucepan, combine the water, cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, and star anise.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes until the spices' aromas infuse well.
3. Add the milk to the saucepan, followed by the loose black tea. Stir gently.
4. Bring to a boil again, then let it simmer gently for 2 minutes.
5. Turn off the heat and let it steep for 2 to 3 minutes to intensify the flavors.
6. Serve in cups, straining the mixture through a fine sieve.
7. Finish by adding a spoonful of honey or maple syrup to each cup. Stir gently to combine.
8. Optionally, for a luxurious touch, froth a bit of milk separately and place this delicate foam on top of your spiced tea.