Rooibus Chai

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Rooibus Chai

*A caffiene-free tea*

 

4 cups water

2/3 cup milk of choice (soy)

2 cinnamon sticks

2 teaspoons cardamom pods, lightly crushed

1 teaspoon whole cloves

2 slices fresh ginger (quarter-size), lightly smashed

1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

2 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons loose rooibus tea

 

Combine all of the ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil

over moderate heat. Reduce the heat to moderately low and simmer, stirring

occasionally, until pale rust colored, about 20 minutes. Strain the chai

through a fine sieve and serve hot.

 

Source: " Food & Wine, January 2002 " - adapted to vegan