Red Vanilla Chai Tea

This is a variation on a more traditional chai tea since it uses rooibos instead. Please note that food.com forces me to use the term "rooibos tea bags", which sounds a bit awkward, but I used loose-leaf rooibos.

• Ready In: 17 mins
• Serves: 2
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 1 2⁄3 cups water
• 1 1⁄3 cups milk
• 1  tablespoon  rooibos tea bag
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cardamom
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons dried ginger
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  cinnamon baking chips
• 1  teaspoon vanilla bean (cut into little pieces)
• 3  tablespoons sugar

Directions

1. Put water and spices (except for the rooibos tea) into a small pot.
2. Add water and cook on medium for 6 minutes, then add rooibos tea.
3. Place lid on pot and cook for 6 minutes.
4. Add in milk and stir, then turn off the stove burner.
5. Add sugar and stir until completely dissolved.
6. Strain spices out and enjoy!