Fruit Liqueur
It’s a citrus lover’s delight. Lemon… orange… grapefruit… We’ve got the all the tropical tastes blended together in one stupendous liqueur libation. Go slow on this strong and succulent drink.
Ingredients
- 1 Thin peel from 1 orange, orange part only
- 3 tablespoon(s) lemon peel ( peel from 1 lemon, yellow part only)
- 8 ounce(s) freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
- 1 cup(s) freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 1/4 cup(s) granulated sugar
- 1 (4-inch) piece vanilla bean, split
- 8 ounce(s) brandy
- 1 cup(s) vodka
Instructions
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Thinly peel from orange and lemon; chop and set aside.
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In a medium saucepan, combine grapefruit, orange and lemon juice, chopped peel, sugar and vanilla bean.
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Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat; simmer, stirring frequently for 10 to 12 minutes.
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Cool to lukewarm.
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Pour cooled mixture into aging container; add brandy and vodka.
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Allow liqueur to age for 3 weeks, then strain several times using successively finer strainers, or fine clothe.
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For maximum clarity, let liqueur stand for several days between straining.
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Pour liqueur into bottles and cap well.
Nutrition
Calories: 3312.1kcalCarbohydrates: 691.86gProtein: 15.8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 639.26mgFiber: 9.5gSugar: 540.47g
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