Zippy Spicy Orange Mimosas

4 T. sugar16 cloves8 pods cardamom4 fresh bay leaves4 whole star anise2 stalks lemongrass, cut into ½” pieces2 c. fresh orange juice (about 10 navel oranges)1 bunch fresh lemon balm, pummeled (this is a herb)2 c. proseccoFresh orange slices, for…