Star Anise and Cinnamon Beer

By caligma

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 4 star anise pods
• 4 cinnamon sticks
• 3 (12-ounce) bottles lager beer, chilled (recommended: Heineken)

Preparation

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, star anise, and cinnamon sticks over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool, about 1 hour. Strain the syrup into a large pitcher and refrigerate until ready to serve. Slowly pour the beer into the pitcher. Stir and serve.