Orange Spice Syrup
Difficulty: Intermediate
A zesty, aromatic infusion of citrus and holiday spices; perfect for festive mixers and teas.
Servings: 12
12
servings (makes 1.5 cups)Prep time
5
minutesTotal time
15
minutesIngredients
1 cup Granulated White Sugar
1 cup Water
1 unit Orange (zest only, in wide strips)
2 units Whole Cloves
1 unit Star Anise
Directions
- Combine ingredients in a pan and simmer for 7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool with the spices inside to infuse.
- Strain before bottling.
Notes
- Use a vegetable peeler for wide zest strips; avoid the white pith to prevent bitterness.