Winter Lemonade

Winter Lemonade

1 cup fresh lemon juice
4 1/2 cups filtered water
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup Lemongrass Siren Shrub
2 inches fresh ginger
5 whole cloves
2 whole star anise
2 cardamom pods
2-3 cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan combine lemon juice, half of the water, honey, shrub, ginger, and spices. Bring to a simmer, stir until honey is dissolved and let simmer for 15 minutes.

Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher. Add the remaining water. Refrigerate until chilled through or serve hot.