White sangria spritzer

SERVES 6 (MAKES 1.5 LITRES/6 CUPS) PREP AND COOK TIME 20 MINUTES (+ REFRIGERATION TIME) Stir 4 strips orange rind, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 star anise, 8 whole cloves, ¼ cup caster sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until thickened slightly. Transfer to a heatproof jug. Cover; refrigerate for 1 hour or until cold. Strain mixture into a large jug. Add ⅓ cup brandy, 1 sliced plum, 1 sliced white nectarine, 2 cups chilled sparkling mineral water and 750ml bottle chilled sparkling white wine (or moscato for a sweeter version). Top with fresh baby lemon balm leaves.