Ash and Sarah's Chai Tea

Description
Created by singer Sarah McLachlan and her husband, Ash,

Ingredients

 * 4 cups water
 * 1 large cinnamon stick or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
 * 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
 * 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
 * 2–3 whole cloves
 * 1/8 teaspoon powdered ginger (optional)
 * 1/8 teaspoon amchoor (mango powder) (optional)
 * 4 regular tea bags
 * 2–3 cups whole milk
 * Sugar to taste

Directions
Mix the water and spices together and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add the tea bags. Allow to steep until desired strength is achieved. Add milk and bring to a simmer. Add sugar to taste, or serve unsweetened and allow each person to sweeten the tea to taste.