Whiskey Chai recipe

The chill is on! I can feel it in my bones. It is time to hunker down, get cozy by the fire and warm the body from the inside out.
This time of year I crave being home, crafting, baking and making warming goodies.
I love making chai especially this time of year and adding a bit of warming whiskey makes the cold nights so delicious.

Chai

2 Tbls. chopped ginger
1 Tbls. cardamon pods
1 tsp. cloves
1+ tsp. black pepper
3 anise stars
2-3 cinnamon sticks
3-5 Tbls. black or Rooibos
6-8 C water

Grind spices in a mortar and pestle.

Heat dry spices on med. heat for 30 sec.

Add water, let boil and the reduce heat for 30 to 40 min. on low-med heat. Add in tea for the last 5 min. Then strain.

                                                                           
Add a 1/4 C of Chai concentrate to about 8 oz. warm water then add sweetener, milk,  an ounce of Whiskey, a cinnamon stick and enjoy!

XO Keri