1. Mix together water and milk in large saucepan; bring to a boil.
2. Add cardamom pods, peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon stick, anise, nutmeg, ginger root, and tea.
3. Remove from heat and steep for 15-20 minutes, according to how strong you like your tea.
4. Carefully strain tea through strainer into another pot to remove spices.
5. Stir in honey, mixing well to dissolve; mix in vanilla extract.
6. Pour into cups and serve warm, or chill and serve cold.