Ingredients
8 whole peppercorns1/2 teaspoon whole allspice2 cardamom pods1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)4 whole cloves8 tea bags1 tablespoon honey4 cups boiling water2 cups 2% milk1 tablespoon vanilla extract1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 teaspoons confectioners’ sugarGround allspice
Preparation
Place the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. With end of a wooden spoon handle, crush mixture until aromas are released. Add tea bags, honey and boiling water; steep, covered, 6 minutes.
In a small saucepan, heat milk. Strain tea into a heatproof pitcher; stir in milk and vanilla.
In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners’ sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Top servings with whipped cream; sprinkle with allspice.
