Orgeat Syrup
Sweet, aromatic, and utterly versatile, homemade orgeat syrup is a must-have addition to your mixology repertoire. This fragrant almond syrup, infused with a hint of orange blossom water and a touch of almond extract, is the perfect balance of nutty and floral flavors. Made from raw almonds blanched and steeped to extract their essence, this recipe delivers a rich and luxurious syrup that surpasses any store-bought version. Whether you're crafting classic cocktails like the Mai Tai, drizzling it over desserts, or using it as a coffee sweetener, this simple yet elegant syrup elevates every sip and bite. Plus, with the optional addition of vodka for preservation, you can enjoy its exquisite flavor for longer. Bring your signature drinks and desserts to life with this easy-to-make orgeat syrup!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Raw almonds
- 450 grams Granulated sugar
- 500 milliliters Water
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract
- 1 tablespoon Orange blossom water
- 1 tablespoon Vodka (optional, for preservation)
Instructions
Start by blanching the almonds: bring a pot of water to a boil, add the almonds, and blanch for 1-2 minutes. Drain and rinse the almonds with cold water, then peel off the skins.
Once the almonds are peeled, transfer them to a food processor and pulse until the almonds are coarsely ground. Avoid over-processing; you want a chunky, rather than powdery, texture.
In a medium saucepan, combine the ground almonds and water. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove it from heat and let it steep for 1 hour.
After steeping, strain the almond mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl, squeezing/pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the almond solids or save them for another use, like baking.
Return the strained liquid to the saucepan and add the sugar. Heat gently over medium-low heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Do not let the mixture boil.
Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool for 10-15 minutes. Stir in the almond extract, orange blossom water, and vodka (if using).
Transfer the orgeat syrup to a sterilized glass jar or bottle. Seal tightly and refrigerate. The syrup can be stored for up to 2 weeks, or longer if vodka is used for preservation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3205 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.8 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 30.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 504.3 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.2 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 461.0 g | ||
| Protein | 53.0 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 703 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1832 mg | 39% | |
*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.
