Gingerbread Simple Syrup

This syrup is perfect for flavoring drinks or soaking cakes.

Ingredients

• 2 c. brown sugar, packed
• 2 c. water
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 clove
• 1 tbs. ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp. ground cardamom
• 1/16 tsp. ground mace
• 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

Combine ingredients in a sauce pan. Heat over medium heat. Stir frequently and cook until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and allow syrup to cool completely before using.