In a small bowl, combine ground cinnamon, cloves, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and black pepper. Reserve 1/4 teaspoon for whipped cream later.

In a medium saucepan, pour in 2 cups of water and add your black tea, brown sugar, and the remaining spice mix. Heat over medium until simmering, about 5 minutes.

Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 cup of milk, and let steep for 5 minutes.

Use a fine-mesh strainer to remove tea leaves and strained spices, pouring chai base into your mug.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of heavy cream, a tablespoon of honey, and reserved spice mix. Whisk until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.

Spoon whipped cream onto the chai latte and sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg.