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Zoi's Christmas Liqueur

Summary

Yield
pints
SourceZoi Veligratli, Xrisohorofa, Greece
Prep time10 minutes
Region

Description

This is a sweetened, spiced brandy cordial suitable for giving as gifts in pretty bottles.

Ingredients

2cSugar
3eaCinnamon sticks (2-inch)
12eaCloves
1eaNutmeg (cracked)
1ptOuzo (500 ml)
1 3⁄4qBrandy (1.75 liters)

Instructions

Boil together the brandy, sugar, and spices. Use a big pan to ensure it does not boil over.

Add the Ouzo and let the liqueur cool.

Strain into decorative bottles.

Notes

Boiling brandy is highly flammable! If it catches fire, stay calm,turn off the gas, and put the cover on the pan. Any spilled brandy should burn itself out in short order.
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  • By John at 12/24/2011 - 09:53
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