Tampa Bay Toddy

Prepare Ginger Syrup in advance: Combine gingerroot, sugar and water in saucepan and bring to boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Lower heat, cover saucepan and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for at least 2 hours. Strain into bottle and discard ginger; cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

For cocktail: Place bourbon in saucepan. Place cinnamon stick, peppercorns and cloves into sachet; tie with kitchen twine to close. Add sachet, Florida orange slices, honey and 1 ounce prepared Ginger Syrup to saucepan. Bring bourbon mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Turn off heat; remove sachet. Add Florida orange juice and ladle into toddy glasses. Garnish each glass with a Florida orange slice and cinnamon stick.