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Lithuanian Krupnikas

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"Lithuanian spiced honey liqueur. Serve warm as a traditional Eastern European cold remedy - a quick heat-up in the microwave works great."
Lithuanian Krupnikas Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 6 times with an average star rating of 4.8
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  45 Min
READY IN  14 Days 1 Hr
Original recipe yield 1 -1/2 quarts

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 10 cardamom seeds
  • 1/2 nutmeg seed
  • 2 teaspoons caraway seed
  • 10 whole cloves
  • 10 whole allspice berries
  • 4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
  • 2 teaspoons whole peppercorns
  • 1 pinch crushed saffron threads (optional)
  • 2 (1 inch) pieces fresh ginger root
  • 2 (1 inch) pieces fresh turmeric (yellow ginger)
  • 3 large strips of orange zest
  • 3 large strips of lemon zest
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 pounds honey
  • 1 quart 190 proof grain alcohol

DIRECTIONS

  1. Crack the cardamom seeds and nutmeg with a heavy skillet on a cutting board. Toss them into a saucepan with the caraway seed, cloves, allspice berries, cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, saffron, ginger, turmeric, orange zest and lemon zest. Pour in the water, and bring to a boil. Cover, and simmer until the liquid is reduced by 1/2. Strain out spices, and set the liquid aside.
  2. Pour honey into a large pot, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Skim off any foam from the top. Stir in the strained liquid from the spices and vanilla extract. Remove from heat and place far from the stove to avoid any flare-ups from the grain alcohol. Slowly stir in the grain alcohol. Place the pot back onto the burner over low heat and cover. Heat through, being careful not to boil or even simmer. Remove from heat and let stand overnight with the lid on.
  3. The following day, pour the liquid into sterile bottles, seal, and allow to settle for 2 weeks. The longer you let it sit, the clearer it will become and the better it tastes. Serve warm.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.83 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 6, 2008 by Alfia 
I just got the krupnikas in bottles and it really smells delicious. I couldn't find whole... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.83 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 21, 2007 by MBENL01 
Takes awhile to make, but well worth the wait! After the 2 week wait you will not be... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.83 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 9, 2009 by rua 
couldn't get our hands on fresh turmeric root, so used 1,5 tsp dried instead as per a previous... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.83 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 7, 2008 by Wyostargazer 
Krupnikas is heaven in a glass! It appeals to everyone I've ever given it to, makes great... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.83 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 26, 2009 by Mindar 
Every year my wife and I make holiday gift to give to family and friends. This year we chose... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 0 stars. This recipe averages a 4.83 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 2, 2004 by ALISONM462 
I haven't made this recipe yet, but I was so excited to see something that I have only had as... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.83 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 16, 2008 by Katemiln 
So... haven't had a chance to try the recipe yet but, very excited about finding it!! Just as... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Lithuanian Krupnikas

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 713

  • Total Fat: 0.4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 14mg
  • Total Carbs: 97.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 2.4g
  • Protein: 0.8g

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