Bring the water with the sugar and the spices to the boil. Then let it cool slightly and gradually add the fat. Adults can add 2 more tablespoons of cognac. Stir vigorously. Mix the wheat flour with the baking soda and add to the sugar mass. Process quickly to a smooth dough and refrigerate until the next day.
Roll out the dough thinly and cut out cookies as desired. Place these on a baking sheet lined with baking paper and bake at 200 ° C on the middle rack for 5-10 minutes.