Homemade Almond Liqueur recipe
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Part of the magic of the Holidays for me is the observance of various
rituals and traditions. In the uncertainty of everyday life, Holidays act
like an anchor between the past and the present, holding the ship of life
steady and bringing some calm amidst the storm.
During holidays while I lived at home, Mum made Homemade Liqueur and Appetizers for the family.
1 pound almonds, shelled
2 cups vodka
1/2 vanilla bean
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon glycerin
Chop almonds coarsely by hand or in a food processor. Do not use a blender as it will pulverize them. You should now have about 1 1/3 to 1 1/2 cups chopped almonds.
Combine almonds, vodka, and vanilla bean in a 1-quart jar with a tight-fitting lid. Seal the jar; shake to mix, and set aside in a cool, dark place for at least ten days.
Strain the liquor through a fine sieve into a glass measuring cup and discard the residue. Rinse the sieve and the 1-quart decorative jar thoroughly. Strain the flavored vodka into the jar.
Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Boil for 2 minutes, until a clear syrup forms. Remove pan from heat and cool to room temperature.
When syrup is cool, add it to the 1-quart jar. Add vanilla extract and glycerin. Seal jar and shake gently to blend. Almond Liqueur will be ready to drink in 2 or 3 days.
It will keep on the shelf for 2 to 3 months.
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