Thanks Alpinerabbit,

Chai just means flavored black tea.

My chai is bit different: cardomon, cinnamon, allspice, vanilla and honey sometimes I'll add clove. Simmer good black tea with the spice and honey. strain and add warm milk.

how much to use? 3-4pods cardomon, 1inch piece of cinnamon, 1 inch of vanilla bean split lengthwise and scrape the seed into the mixture, 1-2 allspice berries and 1 clove. Use 2 tbs of honey, I prefer wildflower or orange instead of regular clove honey. boil this with about 1-2cups of black tea. Adjust your recipe to your taste.

I've been lazy so I just buy a carton of Tazo decaf chai. This is still cheaper than Starbucks.