1. Boil Water with Cinnamon:

• In a saucepan, bring water and cinnamon sticks to a boil over medium heat.

2. Steep the Tea:

• Remove from heat and add black tea bags.
• Cover and let steep for 7 minutes, then remove tea bags and cinnamon sticks.

3. Warm the Milk:

• While the tea is steeping, heat milk in a separate pan or microwave until warm.

4. Combine Ingredients:

• Stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract into the tea.
• Add warmed milk and stir gently.

5. Serve & Enjoy:

• Pour into cups and serve immediately.
• Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired.

Notes

• Chai-Inspired: Add a pinch of nutmeg, cardamom, or cloves for extra spice.
• Dairy-Free: Use almond, oat, or coconut milk instead of dairy.
• Iced Version: Let the tea cool, then serve over ice for a refreshing treat.
• Extra Frothy: Use a milk frother for a creamy, café-style texture.