Ginger Thai Tea

3" fresh ginger unpeeled and cut
1 cinnamon stick
1 star anise
1/2 c honey
1/3 c loose tea / I usually use a mixture of Chai and Thai
milk
8 c water

Combine ginger, cinnamon, anise, and honey with water into pot; bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 20 min. Add the tea and bring up heat and boil for 1 min. Strain the tea and add the milk. Serve hot or cold.