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Liqueurs (III)

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JACQUIN'S PEPPERMINT SCHNAPPS LIQUEUR

Here's a liqueur that's simple to make at home. All you need is an inexpensive vodka and an empty bottle to store the Schnapps in. This is another recipe that was created for More Top Secret Recipes, but just didn't make it into the final version. Try storing it in the freezer for a cold shot on a hot summer day. Whoof!

1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 (16-ounce) bottle light corn syrup
2 cups 80-proof vodka
2 teaspoons peppermint extract

Combine sugar and corn syrup in a 2 quart pan over medium heat. Heat until sugar dissolves, stirring regularly (about 5 minutes). When sugar has dissolved, add vodka and stir well. Remove mixture from heat and cover tightly with lid. Let cool. Add peppermint extract to mixture and pour into a sealable bottle. Makes 4 cups.

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MOCK AMARETTO
1 cup water (either boiled or distilled)
1 cup Turbinado sugar (or Raw sugar)
1/2 cup Granulated sugar
2 cups 80 proof Vodka (Use the less expensive house brand)
2 Tablespoon Almond extract
2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla extract
Heat water and sugars until the sugars are dissolved. Cool to body temperature and add vodka, almond extract and vanilla. Bottle in capped bottle and store in a cool dark place. Should be useable within a day or two.

Note: The turbinado or raw sugar is now frequently available in the larger super markets or you may have to go to a health food store.
Note:: Over the past couple years I have seen a number of recipes for Amaretto that differed only slightly. After trying several, I developed this as being the most faithful clone.











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