Tea Liqueur
Serves: 2
Rowena Kautzer
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
55
Spice
42
Sweetness
44
Sourness
45
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.1
Difficulty
Ingredients:
750 ml
Vodka (bottle of)1 cup
HoneyDirections:
1
Add the tea to a 1-quart container with a sealable lid
2
Pour the vodka in to cover
3
Cover, and shake gently well to combine
4
Set aside, shaking gently periodically
5
Your infusion should take no more than 10 hours, but possibly less depending on the intensity of flavorings and tannins in your tea
6
Start tasting within a few hours, and when it reaches a level you like, it's ready
7
Meanwhile, make a syrup by combining 1 cup each honey (or sugar) and water in a medium saucepan
8
Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar (if using) is dissolved, and the mixture is well combined and transparent
9
Remove from heat and cool completely
10
(Sugar elevates the intrinsic flavors of the tea, whereas honey brings its own character)
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Strain the infusion through a coffee filter
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Discard the filter and leaves
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Combine the strained infusion and syrup, and stir or shake to blend
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Keep in a sealed glass container until ready to serve
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Chill if desired, or serve at room temperature
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As this recipe makes about 5 cups, it also makes a nice gift
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Simply pour into attractive bottles, and send your guests home with a little sip to enjoy later