Spiced Averna Toddy

Ingredients

• For the Spiced Syrup:
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
• 4 cinnamon sticks
• For the Cocktail:
• 1 ounce Averna
• 1/2 ounce spiced syrup
• 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed juice from half a lemon
• 4 ounces boiling water
• Lemon peel for garnish

Directions

1. For the spiced syrup: Combine water, brown sugar, peppercorns, and cinnamon sticks in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to simmer, stirring, and remove from heat. Cover and let sit for an hour and a half. Strain and store in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to two weeks.
2. For the cocktail: In a heat proof mug, combine Averna, spiced syrup, lemon juice, and boling water. Garnish with lemon peel and serve immediately.