Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Sprinkle the pecans on a large baking sheet in a single layer.

Roast for 8 minutes, stirring once. Remove pecans from baking sheet and place in a bowl. Set aside.

Generously butter the baking sheet.

Combine sugar and spices in a small bowl and mix until thoroughly combined.

Combine sugar mixture, vanilla, and water in a heavy-bottomed 2 qt saucepan.

Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.

Continue cooking at a medium boil for five minutes. Remove from heat.

Stir mixture vigorously for 1-2 minutes until bubbling subsides.

Immediately add the pecans and stir until the pecans are coated.

Quickly pour the pecans onto the buttered baking sheet and separate with a fork.

Let cool for a few minutes before storing in an airtight container.