Amor y Amargo's Amber Vermouth

Step 1

Instructions

Step 2

Place lemon peel, mugwort, orange peel, gentian root, coriander seeds, chamomile flowers, juniper berries, cardamom pods, and cinnamon on a piece of cheesecloth; tie into a bundle and add to a 4-qt. saucepan. Add brandy; bring to a simmer over medium-high. Let cool. Cover with plastic wrap; set in a cool, dry place for 2 days. Discard spice bundle; transfer brandy to a sterilized 1-qt. glass jar. Add wine; cover with a lid. Set in a cool, dry place for 5 days before serving. Store in the refrigerator up to 6 weeks.