Orangecello
Serves: 6
Graciela O'Reilly
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
48
Spice
52
Sweetness
42
Sourness
38
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Prep time (avg)
5.4
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
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Watch how to make this recipe
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Using a vegetable peeler, remove the peel from the oranges in long strips (reserve the oranges for another use)
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Using a small sharp knife, trim away the white pith from the orange peels; discard the pith
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Put the orange peels in a 2-quart pitcher or large glass bowl
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Pour the vodka over the peels and cover with plastic wrap
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Steep the orange peels in the vodka for 4 days at room temperature
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In a medium saucepan, combine the water and sugar over medium heat
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Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved
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Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool, about 20 minutes
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Pour the syrup over the vodka mixture
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Cover and let stand at room temperature overnight
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Strain the orangecello through a mesh strainer
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Discard the peels
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Transfer the orangecello to bottles
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Seal the bottles and refrigerate until cold, at least 4 hours and up to 1 month