Italian Herb Liqueur

Italian Herb Liqueur 

By Leah A. Zeldes (The Herb Companion)

Makes 1 pint
Italian herb liqueur is a sweet combination that's full of flavor.


1½ cups vodka
6 bay leaves
1 sprig rosemary
10 mint leaves
10 chamomile flowers
10 sweet basil leaves
3 cloves
3 saffron filaments
Zest of 1 lemon
2 cups sugar
1 cup water

Combine vodka, herbs and lemon zest in a clean glass jar. Cover and let stand in a cool, dark place for 3 weeks, giving the mixture a shake every few days.
Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Boil until the sugar has completely dissolved. Allow to cool.
Strain vodka mixture through a coffee filter into a clean jar or bottle with an airtight lid. Sweeten to taste with the sugar syrup. Cover and let stand for 4 weeks. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.



Leah A. Zeldes is food editor of Chicago´s Lerner Newspapers.


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