Simple Syrup, spice infused
Source of Recipe
Unknown
List of Ingredients
1 C sugar
4 whole black peppercorns
2 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
1 star anise
1 (2 1/2 inch)strip orange zest.Recipe
1 (2 1/2 inch)strip orange zest. Bring all to a boil in 1 C water. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. For a milder flavor, remove star anise now. Simmer 10 more minutes. remove from heat. Cool completely. Pour through a sieve. Discard solids. Keep chilled for up to 1 month.
For cocktails;
Mix 1 cup of the syrup with 1 T Calvados and 1/2 C sparkling cider. Garnish with a curl of orange peel.