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Lithuanian Krupnikas
Lithuanian Krupnikas
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Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
45 minutes
Total Time:
20220 minutes
Spiced honey liqueur with citrus, ginger, turmeric, and a blend of warming spices.
Ingredients:
  • 10 cardamom seeds
  • 0.5 nutmeg seed
  • 2 teaspoons caraway seed
  • 10 whole cloves
  • 10 whole allspice berries
  • 4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
  • 2 teaspoons whole peppercorns
  • 1 pinch crushed saffron threads
  • 2 (1 inch) pieces fresh ginger root
  • 2 (1 inch) pieces fresh turmeric (yellow ginger)
  • 3 large strips of orange zest
  • 3 large strips of lemon zest
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 pounds honey
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 quart 190 proof grain alcohol
Instructions:
  • Lightly crush cardamom seeds and nutmeg using a heavy skillet on a cutting board. Transfer them to a saucepan along with caraway seed, cloves, allspice berries, cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, saffron, ginger, turmeric, orange zest, and lemon zest. Add water and bring to a boil. Cover, simmer until liquid reduces by half, then strain out spices and set the liquid aside.
  • In a large pot, heat honey until boiling, skimming off any foam. Add strained liquid and vanilla. Remove from heat and move away from the stove. Slowly stir in grain alcohol. Return to low heat, cover, and warm without boiling. Remove from heat and let sit overnight with the lid on.
  • Transfer the liquid into clean bottles, seal tightly, and let it rest for 2 weeks to enhance both clarity and flavor. Serve while warm and enjoy the delicious results.

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