Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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                        ***MASALA SPICE MIX***
   1      stick         cinnamon -- (1 1/2")
   3                    cardamom pods -- (to 4)
   2                    black peppercorns -- (to 3)
   2      cloves        (to 3)
     1/2  teaspoon      ground ginger
                        ***TO ASSEMBLE***
   1      cup           water
   1      teaspoon      sugar
   1      teaspoon      darjeeling tea leaves
     1/4  teaspoon      masala spice mix
     1/4  cup           milk

Preparation:

1. Grind cinnamon stick, cardamom, black pepper corns, and cloves to a powder. Stir in ground ginger. 2. Combine water, sugar, tea and 1/4 teaspoon spice mix in a pan and bring to a boil. Simmer for one minute. 3. Add milk, bring to a boil and simmer for 3-5 minutes. 4. Strain into a mug or teapot.