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Scottish Highland Liqueur recipe - Homemade Liqueur served in a Collins Glass
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Scottish Highland Liqueur

Serve in a Collins Glass

Ingredients

  • Johnnie Walker
    1 fifth
  • Honey
    1 1/2 cup mild
  • Angelica root
    2 tsp dried and chopped
  • Fennel Seeds
    1/4 tsp crushed
  • Lemon peel
    2 2 inch strips

Instructions

Combine all ingreds in aging container. Cover tightly and shake gently several times during the first 24 hrs. After 24 hrs, remove the lemon zest. Cover again and let stand in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks, shaking gently every other day. Strain through a wire sieve to remove the angelica root and fennel. Return to aging container, cover and let stand undisturbed in a cool dark place for 6 months. Siphon or pour clear liqueur into a sterile bottle. The cloudy dregs may be saved for cooking.

Expert Tips

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.

Fresh Citrus Tip

Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.

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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