Looking for a delicious homemade liqueur recipe to add a touch of sweetness to your cozy evenings or to share with friends and family? Engelchenlikor, a classic German liqueur with a heavenly mix of flavors, is the perfect choice. This delightful liqueur combines the warmth of cinnamon with the zest of citrus for a truly unique and delightful flavor profile. Easy to make and even better to enjoy, Engelchenlikor is sure to become a favorite in your collection of homemade treats.
**Engelchenlikor**
**Ingredients:**
– 2 cinnamon sticks
– Zest of 1 lemon
– Zest of 1 orange
– 1 cup sugar
– 1 cup water
– 1 ½ cups vodka
**Instructions:**
1. Begin by preparing your ingredients and equipment. Wash the lemon and orange thoroughly and use a vegetable peeler to remove the zest, avoiding the bitter white pith underneath. Place the cinnamon sticks, lemon zest, and orange zest in a clean glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir the mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved, creating a simple syrup. Remove the syrup from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
3. Once the syrup has cooled for a few minutes, pour it over the zest and cinnamon sticks in the jar. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, infusing the flavors together.
4. After the syrup has cooled, add the vodka to the jar. Close the lid tightly and shake the mixture gently to combine all the ingredients.
5. Place the jar in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks to allow the flavors to meld together and develop. Shake the jar gently every few days to help the infusion process.
6. After two weeks have passed, strain the liqueur through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle, removing the cinnamon sticks and zest. Discard the solids.
7. Your Engelchenlikor is now ready to enjoy! Pour yourself a glass over ice or incorporate it into your favorite cocktails for a touch of warm, citrusy sweetness.
Engelchenlikor makes a wonderful homemade gift for special occasions or a delightful treat to have on hand for hosting guests. This versatile liqueur can be enjoyed on its own or used to add a unique flavor to baked goods or desserts. Store your Engelchenlikor in a cool, dark place or the refrigerator to maintain its flavor and quality.
By following this simple recipe, you can create a batch of Engelchenlikor to enjoy and share with loved ones. Cheers to cozy evenings and delicious homemade treats!
