Blood-Orange Liqueur

Blood-Orange Liqueur
Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times
Total Time
5 minutes
Rating
4(41)
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Ingredients

Yield:Makes about 10 cups, or three 750-ml bottles
  • cups sugar
  • Two 750-milliliter bottles grappa or other 90-proof alcohol
  • 1blood orange, peel left on and sliced
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Nutritional analysis per serving (10 servings)

603 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 72 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 71 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 2 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and ¾ cup water. Simmer until the sugar dissolves.

  2. Step 2

    In a large, sterilized container, combine the sugar mixture, grappa and orange. Cover and allow to sit in a cool, dark place for 1 month. Strain into sterilized bottles and seal with sterilized corks or caps.

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Credits

Adapted from "le ricette dell'Arancia rossa," a pamphlet put out by Slow Food Lentini, a food organization

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