Ingredients
8cupscold water
8cardamom pods
6whole cloves
2cinnamon sticks
1star anise pod
8ginseng tea bags
¼cuphoney,(plus 1 tbsp)
ice cubes
Preparation
In a large saucepan, combine the cold water with the cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon sticks and star anise and bring to a boil.
Remove from the heat and add the tea bags.
Let steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the honey until it is dissolved.
Strain the tea into a pitcher and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 4 hours or until chilled.
Serve in tall glasses over ice.