Star Anise Simple Syrup
This warm star anise simple syrup adds polished depth to fall and winter cocktails. With licorice-like flavor and gentle spice, the syrup becomes smooth and aromatic without overpowering. Perfect for whiskey drinks, spiced sours, and coffee-based cocktails. Pairs beautifully with bourbon, dark rum, pear, apple, orange, and chai flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Water
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 10 Whole Star Anise Pods
Instructions
- Combine the water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add the star anise pods and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, then turn off the heat. Allow the syrup to cool and steep for 1 hour. If the flavor isn’t strong enough for your taste, transfer everything to a mason jar and let it steep longer in the refrigerator, even overnight.
- Double-strain the syrup into a clean jar or bottle to remove all spice fragments (use a fine-mesh strainer, then cheesecloth). Store in the refrigerator.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 19mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.5mg
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