Scrumptious Strawberry Liqueur
Source of Recipe
CF---Doucanoe
List of Ingredients
3 c fresh strawberries, stemmed & washed
1-1/2 c sugar
2 c 100 proof vodka
1 c water
1/2 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp orange zest
1 tsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
Crush strawberries and sugar together in bowl. Let stand for about one hour. Transfer to clean 2-qt container and add vodka, water, lemon zest, orange zest, and lemon juice. Cover and let stand in a cool, dark place for 2 days, shaking frequently.
Use a fine-mesh strainer to strain out solids. Discard. Transfer liqueur to clean container, cover, and let stand for 1 week. Rack or filter into final container. Age for at least 1 month more before serving.
Yield: approx. 1 qt. Recipe
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