Chai this

Home brewed vegan chai is the only way to go. I've been playing with various combinations for years, but this is the blend of spices that I find most satisfying over the holidays.

In a small sauce pan, add:

3 cups water

1/2 tsp whole cloves

1/2 tsp peppercorns

2 small cinnamon sticks

8 cardamon pods, broken open

sprinkle of ground ginger

Bring contents of sauce pan to boil. Simmer at low heat for 30 minutes.

Add 1 black tea bag and allow to simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes.

Pour tea from sauce pan through a strainer into a large bowl. Return strained tea to pot.

Add:

1 tbsp maple syrup

1/2 cup soy milk

sugar to taste

Bring tea just to boil and remove from heat. Serve immediately.

For children, combine 1 part tea with 1 part soy milk.

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