Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and stir until all of the sugar is wet.

Step 2

Place over medium heat and cook, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved, which should happen just before the syrup boils.

Step 3

Let cool. Pour into a jar or covered container and refrigerate for up to 2 months.

Step 4

Coat the inside of an old-fashioned glass with the anise bitters or anise extract and dump out any excess.

Step 5

Stir in all the remaining ingredients except for the lemon bitters. Add an oversize ice cube. Sprinkle with the lemon bitters.