Viryta (Lithuanian Honey Liqueur)
Serves: 6
Mckayla Mann
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
44
Spice
51
Sweetness
45
Sourness
42
mins
Prep time (avg)
5
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1
Lemon1
Orange450 g
Honey3.5 cups
Water (bottled)3 cups
White Sugar3 tbsps
Caraway Seeds25
Whole Cloves1 tbsp
Vanilla Extract4 tsps
Ground Cinnamon2 tsps
Ground NutmegDirections:
1
Peel orange and lemon in a circular motion in a large strip
2
Place peels in a warm, dry area to dry for 24 hours
3
Stir honey, 1 cup water, sugar, caraway seeds, cloves, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ground nutmeg together in a large pot; bring to a rolling boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 45 minutes
4
Add dried orange and lemon peels to honey mixture; continue to simmer for 15 minutes
5
Remove from heat; discard fruit peels
6
Stir grain alcohol and remaining 2 1/2 cups water into honey mixture
7
Transfer mixture to a glass container and tightly cover with a lid
8
Place in a cool location out of direct sunlight and let set, gently swirling container every few days, for 1 week
9
Strain mixture through double-layered cheesecloth to remove sediment
10
Pour liqueur into bottles or decanters and seal