Ingredients
- Sugar1 cup
- Water3/4 cup
- Apricot2
- Almond flavoring1 tblsp
- Grain alcohol1/2 cup pure
- Water1/2 cup
- Brandy1 cup
- Food coloring3 drops yellow
- Food coloring6 drops red
- Food coloring2 drops blue
- Glycerine1/2 tsp
Instructions
Combine sugar and 3/4 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer until all sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and cool. In an aging container, combine apricot halves, almond extract, grain alcohol with 1/2 cup water, and brandy. Stir in cooled sugar syrup mixture. Cap and let age for 2 days. Remove apricot halves. (Save apricot halves, can be used for cooking). Add food coloring and glycerine. Stir, recap and continue aging for 1 to 2 months. Re-bottle as desired. Liqueur is ready to serve but will continue to improve with additional aging.
Amaretto Liqueur — Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make a Amaretto Liqueur?
- Combine sugar and 3/4 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer until all sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and cool. In an aging container, combine apricot halves, almond extract, grain alcohol with 1/2 cup water, and brandy. Stir in cooled sugar syrup mixture. Cap and let age for 2 days. Remove apricot halves. (Save apricot halves, can be used for cooking). Add food coloring and glycerine. Stir, recap and continue aging for 1 to 2 months. Re-bottle as desired. Liqueur is ready to serve but will continue to improve with additional aging.
- What is in a Amaretto Liqueur?
- A Amaretto Liqueur is made with: 1 cup Sugar, 3/4 cup Water, 2 Apricot, 1 tblsp Almond flavoring, 1/2 cup pure Grain alcohol, 1/2 cup Water, 1 cup Brandy, 3 drops yellow Food coloring, 6 drops red Food coloring, 2 drops blue Food coloring, 1/2 tsp Glycerine.
- What glass is best for a Amaretto Liqueur?
- A Amaretto Liqueur is traditionally served in a Collins Glass.
- Is a Amaretto Liqueur alcoholic?
- Yes, the Amaretto Liqueur is an alcoholic cocktail.
- What type of drink is a Amaretto Liqueur?
- The Amaretto Liqueur is a Homemade Liqueur cocktail.
Expert Tips
Glassware Tip
The Collins glass is taller than a highball, perfect for drinks with more mixer. Stack your ice to the top for maximum refreshment.
Sweetener Tip
Make your own simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and hot water. It mixes more smoothly than granulated sugar and allows precise sweetness control.
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