Grind the cloves and cardamom pods in a spice grinder if using whole spices instead of ground.
Add all of the ingredients to a medium sized saucepan, stir and bring to a boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to the lowest amount and set the timer for 20 minutes. When the timer goes off, stir and serve warm.
Drizzle some cream and maple syrup over the top and enjoy warm.