Bourbon Spice

This warm and comforting cocktail is perfect for a cozy night in. Made with a spicy homemade syrup and smooth bourbon, it's sure to warm you up from the inside out. Ingredients: - 2 oz bourbon - 1 oz spicy syrup (made with honey, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and chili flakes) - 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice - 1 dash of Angostura bitters - Cinnamon stick, for garnish To make the spicy syrup, combine equal parts honey and water in a saucepan with 2 cinnamon sticks, 3 whole cloves, 1 star anise, and a pinch of chili flakes. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool before using. To make the cocktail, combine bourbon, spicy syrup, lemon juice, and Angostura bitters in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and enjoy!