Almond Liqueur

* Exported from MasterCook *

Almond Liqueur

Recipe By : Red Fla
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Beverages Kitmail16
Nuts Spirits

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound almonds -- shelled
2 cups vodka
1/2 vanilla beans
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon glycerin

Coarsely chop the almonds by hand or in a food processor ( a blender will
chop them too fine). This should yield 1 1/3-1 1/2 cups chopped nuts.
Combine the nuts, vodka, and vnilla bean in a 1 quart Mason jar. Seal the
jar, shake to mix, and set it aside in a cool, dark place for at least 10
days.

Strain the liquor through a fine sieve into a 4 cup glass measuring cup and
discard the residue in the sieve. Rinse the sieve and the Mason jar
thoroughly. Fit the sieve with a damp coffe filter and strain the flavored
vodka back into the jar. Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan.
Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Continue
to boil for 2 minutes, until a clear syrup forms. Remove the pan from the
heat and cool to room temp.

When the syrup is cool , add it to the Mason jar. Add the vanilla and
glycerin. Seal the jar and shake it gently to blend. The liqueur can be
transferred to a decanter.

The almond Liqueur should be ready to drink in 2-3 days and has a shelf life
of 2-3 weeks.

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NOTES : Yield-2 cup