Ingredients
5 green cardamom pods
2 tbsp. whole black peppercorns
1 stick cinnamon
1 c. water
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
ice
heavy cream
Citric acid (optional)
Seltzer
Preparation
Step 1In a small saucepan, toast cardamom, peppercorns, and cinnamon over moderate heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes. Stir in sugar and cocoa powder and return to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes over low heat. Cool syrup, then strain it into a glass jar or plastic container.Step 2For each soda: In a tall ice-filled glass, stir 1/4 cup of syrup with 1 tablespoon of cream, and a pinch of citric acid. Top with seltzer, stir, and serve right away. Looking for more dessert ideas? Check out our homemade chocolate chip cookie recipes, apple pie recipes, and chocolate cake recipes.
