1. Using a sharp paring knife or vegetable peeler, cut peel from the orange in wide strips, avoiding the white pith.

2. In a large pot, combine orange peel, red wine, sugar, cloves, juniper berries, cinnamon stick, bay leaf and star anise.

3. Bring to a bare simmer. over medium heat. Do not allow full simmer or boiling.

4. Cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Serve though a fine mesh sieve and serve hot.