ORANGE ANISE SPARKLER

Orange Anise Sparkler image

A spice infused simple syrup is the base for the orange juice beverage. If it has too adult a flavor for the kids, skip the simple syrup and just mix the orange juice with the club soda.-

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
4 whole star anise
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
3 cups orange juice, chilled
1 bottle (1 liter) club soda, chilled
Orange slices and additional whole star anise

Steps:

In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, star anise and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Strain mixture, discarding spices. Refrigerate until chilled., In a large pitcher, combine the orange juice and soda; stir in sugar syrup. Serve in cocktail glasses; garnish with orange slices and star anise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.