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.