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15mins

2 cups	water
3-4	black tea bags
1	cinnamon stick
1 tsp	cardamom
1/2 tsp	cloves
1/2 tsp	ginger
1/2 tsp	nutmeg
1/2 tsp	vanilla extract
1 tbsp	honey (optional)
2 cups	milk or milk alternative (almond, soy, oat etc.)

Method

Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
Step 2
To the saucepan, add the black tea bags, cinnamon stick, cardamom, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, discarding the tea bags and spices.
Step 5
Stir in the honey (if using) until completely dissolved.
Step 6
In a separate small saucepan, heat the milk or milk substitute until hot and frothy.
Step 7
In a blender*, or using a steam wand or Milk Frother, combine the tea mixture and the hot milk and blend until smooth and frothy.
Step 8
Transfer the blended chai latte into a mug and enjoy your homemade chai latte’s warm and comforting flavours!