Ring Around The Rosie

Build

Rosie syrup

1. Lightly crush the cardamom pods with a mortar and pestle or back of a spoon.

2. Peel the orange, avoiding as much of the pith as possible.

3. Add all the ingredients to a saucepan on medium heat and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

4. Allow it to simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat.

5. Let the syrup cool to room temperature before straining out the solids with a fine sieve. Bottle and store in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Drink build

1. Add the syrup and espresso to a cup and stir.

2. (Optional) If using, sprinkle a thin layer of cardamom rose dust on the top of the combined espresso.

3. Steam and pour the milk into the espresso.

4. Peel a thick orange peel and express the oils over the surface of the drink.