Ingredient:

• Spice Rub:
• 1 ½ tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper, or more to taste
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• Seasoning Mixture (Potpourri):
• 12 cloves garlic
• 1 bunch fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 orange, zested into thin strips
• 6 (1/4-inch-thick) slices fresh ginger
• 3 bay leaves
• Duck:
• 1 whole duck
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon brandy (such as Armagnac)
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, or to taste