2 Oranges
(Peeled, not peeled, sliced, chunked or segmented…whatever you prefer!)
1 Cinnamon Sticks
(Omit if you don’t like or are allergic to cinnamon)
1 Star Anise
(Omit if you don’t like or are allergic to star anise)
1/2 Vanilla Bean
(Cut up, slice or scrape as you like)
12 Black Peppercorns
(Add more, less or leave out completely, it’s up to you!)
2 Cups Brandy
(You can use any flavor or brand you like…or any other alcohol that suits you, such as Bourbon for example. If you wish to have a non-alcoholic version i do not have a firm answer for you as i have not personnely tried any, but you could experiment or research options)
Allow to brew 4 to 6 weeks
(You should shake it every couple of days or at least once a week and keep it in a cool dark place while it brews or steeps)
(You can check your brew at 4 weeks and if your happy with the flavor…strain it and enjoy! If your not happy with the flavor, close it back up and check in another 1 to 2 weeks.)
I used 2 cinnamon sticks because I just love cinnamon, but the recipe calls for 1
(While the ingredients may have medicinal properties…it is intended to be an adult beverage you can sip and enjoy on a cold winter night!)
Feel free to experiment and make it your own!
