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Chai Spice Simple Syrup

Simple syrup infused with Chai spices. This can be used for cocktails, cakes, desserts or to enhance the flavor of ice tea or lemonade.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings 12 ounces

Ingredients
  

  • 2 inch Ginger sliced or grated
  • 9 ea Cardamom pods crush to release seeds
  • 2 ea Star anise
  • 2 ea Cinnamon sticks (about 2 inches each)
  • 1/2 tsp Cloves (whole)
  • 1/4 tsp Black peppercorn crack for use
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Water

Instructions
 

  • Put all of the ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil for 5 minutes.
  • Let the mixture cool down for 2 hours and strain through a fine sieve.

Notes

For a stronger flavor, let the spices steep overnight, then strain through a fine sieve.
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