Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

In a medium bowl, whisk together baking soda, flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and ground clove.

In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until just combined.

Stir in egg and corn syrup.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

If the dough is too sticky, wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to less than 1/8 inch thickness.

Cut out cookies using cookie cutters.

Place cookies on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake for 8 minutes, or until the centers are just set.

Let cookies rest on the pan for a few moments before transferring to cooling racks to cool completely.