Spiced Chai Tea

This spiced chai is another recipe that I fell in love with from my Ayurveda class, we had a lovely tutor - Hansa Rama and this recipe is hers.  I tend to 10 x this recipe so there is some saved for later.  I also use almond milk but don't add it until it is served.

3 C          Water
1 t           Grated ginger
4 pods   Cardamon
¼ t          fennel seeds
¼ inch   Cinnamon stick
3              Black peppercorns
1 pinch  Nutmeg
1 clove  Garlic
1 t           Black tea
1 C          Milk
1 t           Jaggery (or omit)

Grind all spices together, boil spices and ginger for a further 3 minutes.  Add tea leaves and boil for a further 3 minutes.
Add milk and bring to boil and turn off heat.  Let the tea sit for 2-3 mins.
Strain and serve.
Sweeten with jaggery or rapadura.