(225 g raw sugar)3 TBSP butter or shortening (40 g palm fat)1 tsp allspice1 tsp ground cinnamon1/4 ground nutmeg2 cups water3 cups pastry flour (400g)1 tsp bicarbonate of soda1 tsp saltrum, brandy, amaretto or other alcohol of your choice (I used brandy)cheesecloth1.