Rezept aus Quench: Birch Beer

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ORIGINALREZEPT von Ashley English: Birch Beer
Makes 4 cups concentrate

The licorice and wintergreen flavor associated with birch beer comes courtesy of oils derived from the sap of the birch tree itself. Similar in flavor to root beer but with slightly more mint-forward notes, birch beer is wonderfully refreshing. For an adult beverage, serve over ice with a splash of dark rum or bourbon.

Ingredients
4 cups water
⅔ cup birch bark
2 tablespoons chopped dried sassafras
2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
4 whole cloves
4 cups dark brown sugar
Sparkling water and ice, to serve

Preparation
1. Combine the water, birch bark, sassafras, lem...