Spicy Herbal Liqueur ingredients:
| 6 |
|
Cardamon Pod |
| 3 |
tsp. |
Anise seeds |
| 2 1/4 |
tsp. |
Chopped angelica root* |
| 1 |
|
Cinnamon stick |
| 1 |
|
Clove |
| 1/4 |
tsp. |
Mace |
| 1 |
|
Fifth of vodka |
| 1 |
cup |
Sugar syrup (see recipe) |
Spicy Herbal Liqueur preparation:
1. Remove seeds from cardomom pods.
2. Add the anise seeds, and crush all the kernals with the back of a fork.
3. Put them in a 1-quart container adding angelica root, cinnamon stick, clove, mace, and vodka.
4. Shake mixture well and store in a cupboard for 1 week.
5. Pour through cheesecloth lined strainer several times.
6. Blend the liquid with the sugar syrup.
7. Ready to serve.
8. *Most of these ingredients can be found at health food stores.
9. This liqueur is similiar to Italian Strega and the spicy taste may not appeal to everyone.
10. Yield: 1 quart Container: 1/2 gallon jar.