You could find me drinking Chai Tea Lattes all year ’round, but chai flavors just hit differently when the weather starts to cool and the days shorten. When your soul needs a little warming, toss a sprinkle of this chai spice blend into your favorite hot beverage or baked good. Chai without Anise? Yes! Chai flavor is largely attributed to cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and clove. Other flavors like pepper, nutmeg, and anise are largely up for debate. I personally cannot stand anise. Just the smell of it makes me want to gag. I keep star anise on hand for it’s beautiful rustic star shape, but I also double bag it,…