Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup

• 8 ounces water
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 1 star anise pod
• 2 allspice berries

1. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil with the sugar, star anise pod and allspice berries.
2. Simmer over moderate heat for 5 minutes.
3. Let cool, then strain into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

water, brown sugar, anise pod, berries

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/spiced-brown-sugar-syrup-cocktails-2008 (may not work)