Ingredients
2 1/2 tbsp licorice root, chopped
1 1/2 cup vodka
1/2 cup sugar syrup (see recipe) to taste
Directions
Wash the licorice root and chop into small pieces. Add to vodka and
steep for 1 week. Strain and filter. Add sugar syrup and steep for 1
week. Ready to serve. Adjust taste with extract if necessary. Yield:
1 pint plus Container: Quart jar
Servings: 1 pint
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Categories: Beverages; Rice; Vegetable
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We hope you enjoy this Licorice Liqueur recipe.
