The year seems to have flown by with all sorts of magic and delight.

When the fall first peaks I run to the kitchen for tea and enjoy several cups a day throughout the cooler seasons. Warm spiced teas do best with aiding me in balancing my vata dosha. I have naturally been drawn to these flavors for as long as I can remember and through more research I now have a better understanding as to why. I enjoy creating spice mixes with bulk herbs I order from Mountain Rose so I can create a few custom favorite mixes every couple weeks & enjoy something everyday.

Spicy Home Chai Blend

• 1/2 tsp powdered vanilla bean
• 2 tablespoons licorice
• 5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 3 teaspoon ground cloves
• 3 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon dried orange zest (optional)
• Add 1/2 – 1 teaspoon to your tea infuser & pour hot water over to steep 4 minutes.

Add some honey to sweeten. If you prefer your chai with milk, I use almond or hemp milk.

2 Minute Almond Milk

1 tablespoon raw almond butter

1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

1.5 cup pure water

Place all ingredients in your blender & enjoy. Optionally strain through a nutmilk bag or cheesecloth.