Traditional Hot* Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation

Boil the Water

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Add Milk and Sugar

Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and stir in 1 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar until fully dissolved.

Infusing the Spices

Add Spices

Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, grated ginger, and nutmeg to the mixture in the pot.

Simmer

Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the spices infuse their flavors into the liquid.

Final Touches

Add Flavoring

After simmering, remove the pot from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for flavor enhancement.

Strain and Serve

Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the hot mixture into mugs to remove the solid spices. Serve hot and enjoy!