Amaretto Almond Liqueur
Elevate your home bar with this decadent homemade Amaretto Almond Liqueur, a sweet and aromatic blend of smooth vodka, rich brown sugar, and the warm notes of almond and vanilla extracts. Crafted with simple pantry staples, this DIY liqueur takes just minutes to prepare and transforms into a luxurious drink after a one-week infusion period, allowing the flavors to fully meld. Perfect as a standalone sipper over ice or as an indulgent cocktail mixer, this recipe also shines as an elegant addition to desserts, offering versatility and gourmet flair. Whether you’re impressing guests or treating yourself, this easy recipe for homemade almond liqueur delivers irresistible flavor and artisanal charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Filtered water
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 2 cups Vodka (40% ABV)
- 2 teaspoons Almond extract
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the filtered water, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugars dissolve completely, forming a simple syrup. This should take about 5–7 minutes.
Once the syrup reaches a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for another 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not let the mixture boil; it should remain a light syrup consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature. This step is important to avoid evaporating the alcohol when mixing.
Once the syrup is completely cool, transfer it to a large mixing bowl or container.
Stir in the vodka, almond extract, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to combine.
Carefully pour the mixture into clean, sterilized bottles using a funnel for easy transfer.
Seal the bottles tightly and store them in a cool, dark place for at least one week to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully. Shake the bottles gently every couple of days during this resting period.
After one week, your homemade Amaretto Almond Liqueur is ready to enjoy. Serve it over ice, mix it into cocktails, or use it as a flavoring in desserts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 343.8 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 341.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 211 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
