Homemade Liqueurs
The season of giving has arrived and I just love the idea of homemade gift’s. Homemade jams, pickles, infused vinegar and oils, jewelry, soaps and liqueurs. I love them all!
Homemade liqueur is so simple to make and is so delicious! My two favorites are Kahlua and Amaretto.
Both of these liqueurs are yummy on their own or you can use them to create a mixed drink, pour over vanilla ice cream or add to a cup of hot cocoa.
I like to search for pretty and unique bottles for my liqueurs that can be used for other things long after the contents have been enjoyed.
I came across these recipes in the local paper’s (The Oregonian) food section many years ago. Both are totally yum! Take some to your next holiday party to give to the host. Make some extra to have on hand for your own holiday events as well.
Cheers! and happy holiday giving.
- 1/4 vanilla bean
- 1 fifth vodka about 3 cups
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1/3 cup good quality instant powdered coffee I used espresso powder
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups water
- 2-1/2 cups white sugar
- 1-1/2 cups brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons real vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- 1 fifth vodka
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Mix water, and sugars in a large saucepan. Boil 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Add vanilla and almond extracts and vodka. Pour into bottles. Yields 2 fifths.
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 cups brandy
- 2 fresh navel oranges
- Place sugar in a large jar add brandy.
I have been making Kahlua for decades. It is so good!!
It is so yummy! I like it better than the store bought.😀
too good Angela. You have shared such easy techniques.
thank you Reena!
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Oh my goodness! thank you! I will check it out