Buffalo Jerk Tailgating Sauce

Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Saute the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent. Add the hot sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, honey, ginger, coriander, pepper, cumin, mustard, nutmeg, cloves, and anise. Reduce heat and simmer sauce, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.