Recipe: Alcohol-free Pernod

You could try this delicious anise-flavoured drink on its own with a light mixer or as part of cocktail creations. Why not get experimenting!

200ml anise cordial (Available from some supermarkets and online sellers)
100ml lemon cordial
100ml of sugar dissolved in a little hot water
3 star anise
10 cloves
1 tsp of dried fennel
2 whole cinnamon sticks
6 cardamom pods
400ml approximately of cold still water

1. In a saucepan add the sugar and hot water to dissolve.
2. Add the anise and lemon cordial and stir.
3. Using a funnel (if pouring into a bottle) add the gently crushed spices.
4. Then add the anise cordial.
5. Give the bottle a good shake, then add the water.
6. Serve with ice on its own, or with a light mixer such as a tonic depending on taste.

Enjoy!