Herbal Gentian & Spice Elixir

Prepare the Spiced Honey Syrup

1. In a small jar or bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of honey with 1 tablespoon of warm water.
2. Add a crushed green cardamom pod and half a star anise pod. Stir until fully dissolved, let steep for 5 minutes, then strain out the solids.

Build the Drink

1. Fill a highball glass completely with fresh ice cubes.
2. Pour in 50ml of the alcohol-free gentian aperitif, 20ml of freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice, and 15ml of the spiced honey syrup.
3. Top gently with 100ml of tonic water.
4. Stir briefly with a long bar spoon using a gentle lifting motion to combine without losing the carbonation.

Garnish & Serve

1. Slap a sprig of fresh rosemary between your palms to release its aromatic oils and tuck it into the ice.
2. Express an orange peel over the top of the glass to mist the surface with essential oils, then drop it neatly beside the ice.