Spiced Tea Aromatic Warming (Printable version)
Warming tea infused with cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger for cozy, comforting moments.
# What You'll Need:
→ Spices
01 - 2 whole cloves
02 - 2 green cardamom pods, gently crushed
03 - 1 small cinnamon stick
04 - 4 black peppercorns
05 - 1 thin slice fresh ginger
→ Tea
06 - 2 cups water
07 - 2 teaspoons black tea leaves or 2 black tea bags
→ Sweetener & Milk
08 - 2 teaspoons sugar or to taste
09 - 1/2 cup whole milk or non-dairy alternative
# Directions:
01 - In a small saucepan, combine water, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, peppercorns, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
02 - Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to extract flavors from the spices.
03 - Add the black tea leaves or tea bags and continue simmering for 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Stir in sugar and milk. Simmer gently for 1 to 2 minutes, ensuring the mixture is hot but not boiling over.
05 - Strain the infusion through a fine mesh strainer into cups and serve immediately.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The mix of spices feels like a warm hug in a cup, almost like sharing a secret recipe with a close friend
- It became a favorite because it’s so simple yet layered with flavor that surprises and delights every time
02 -
- Simmering the spices first is key to extracting their full flavor; skipping that step results in a flat taste
- Using fresh spices really changes everything—the store-bought pre-ground mixes won’t deliver the same vibrant aroma
03 -
- Toast whole spices lightly before simmering to unlock deeper flavors
- Add a splash of vanilla extract at the end for a surprising layer of sweetness