This syrup is especially delicious in Eben Klemm's December Stormy cocktail and Spiced Red Wine Punch. Plus: Ultimate Cocktail Guide
How to Make It
Step
Combine the water, sugar, star anise pods, allspice berries, cinnamon sticks and vanilla bean and seeds in a large saucepan and simmer over moderately low heat for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain the syrup and chill.
