Liqueur La Sauge Homemade Sage Liqueur
Elevate your home bartending game with Liqueur La Sauge, a fragrant and herbaceous homemade sage liqueur that's as simple to craft as it is delightful to sip. This recipe combines the earthy aroma of fresh sage leaves with the bright zest of organic lemon, the warmth of cinnamon, and a hint of clove, all steeped in a high-quality vodka base. Sweetened with a homemade sugar syrup, this liqueur balances herbal complexity with just the right touch of sweetness. Perfect for infusions enthusiasts, this DIY sage liqueur takes just minutes to prepare but rewards your patience as it rests and develops its rich, layered flavor over several weeks. Serve it neat, over ice, or as a unique twist in cocktails, and wow your guests with this artisanal creation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 large leaves Fresh sage leaves
- 750 ml Vodka (quality, unflavored)
- 1 whole lemon Lemon zest (from organic lemon)
- 1 whole Clove
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 200 ml Water
Instructions
1. Wash the fresh sage leaves thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. Place the sage leaves, lemon zest, clove, and cinnamon stick into a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
3. Pour the vodka over the ingredients in the jar, ensuring all the herbs and spices are fully submerged.
4. Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for 2-3 weeks. Shake the jar gently every 2-3 days to help release the flavors.
5. After the infusion period is over, prepare the sugar syrup: combine the granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves (do not let the syrup boil). Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
6. Strain the infused vodka through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl, discarding the solids.
7. Slowly mix the cooled sugar syrup into the strained liqueur, tasting as you go to reach your desired sweetness level.
8. Funnel the finished liqueur into clean, sterilized bottles. Seal tightly.
9. Allow the liqueur to rest for an additional 1-2 weeks before serving to let the flavors meld together.
10. Serve the liqueur chilled or at room temperature. It can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or as an addition to cocktails.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 112 mg | 2% | |
*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.
