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Charred Ginger Star Anise Sour
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Charred Ginger Star Anise Sour

Short glassAbout 9 minutesServes 1

You need

  • gin
  • lemon
  • jaggery
  • ginger
  • cloves
  • star anise

How to make it

  1. Char 4 ginger slices on a dry pan for 1 minute until blackened at the edges.
  2. Simmer them with 3 tsp jaggery, 2 cloves, 1 star anise and 3 tbsp water for 3 minutes, then cool.
  3. Strain into a jar, add 50 ml gin and 25 ml lemon juice.
  4. Shake with ice and strain over a large cube in a short glass.
  5. Warm snacks suit it: try bread pakoras or hot aloo tikki.

Enjoy your drink!Curated & designed by Sudeep Sachdeva

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