Step 1

Put the ginger, 1 tbsp each sugar and honey, vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, and water into a small saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Steep for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Scoop the ginger and cinnamon out of the tea and add the milk. Taste and add more honey/sugar if desired. Warm on the stove and serve. Store leftover chai in the fridge, where it will be tasty for up to 5 days