A delightful and aromatic tea perfect for cozy evenings.
Warm up the tea pot by adding a small amount of boiling water, swirling it around, and then discarding the water.
Warming the tea pot helps maintain the temperature of the tea for longer.
Add the herbal tea bags, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, and the split vanilla pod to the tea pot.
Splitting the vanilla pod allows the seeds to infuse into the tea, enhancing the flavor.
Pour the boiling water into the tea pot over the ingredients.
Pouring the water directly over the ingredients helps to release their flavors.
Let the tea steep for 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
Adjust the steeping time based on your preference for tea strength.
Allow the tea to steep for an additional 2 minutes to enhance the spice flavors.
This extra steeping time intensifies the spice notes without over-brewing the tea.
Strain the tea into cups and serve immediately.
Serve the tea with a slice of lemon or a cinnamon stick for garnish.