eccentric haus frau's liquid demerol aka amaretto

Vashon, WA
Updated on Mar 25, 2011

I made this recipe for Christmas gifts shortly after moving home from Germany. Then a dear friend was getting married in Las Vegas, so I made sure to take some with me to help the couple celebrate. A good time was had by all.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup 80 proof vodka
  • 1 bottle brandy
  • 2 tablespoons almond extract
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons apricot preserves

How To Make eccentric haus frau's liquid demerol aka amaretto

  • Step 1
    Combine water and sugars in saucepan.
  • Step 2
    Heat until boiling over medium heat and until all the sugar is dissolved
  • Step 3
    Add the apricot preserves. Boil for a couple more minutes.
  • Step 4
    Remove from the heat and let mixture cool for about 15 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Add the vodka, brandy, almond extract and vanilla extract.
  • Step 6
    Store in a sealed bottle. Will be ready to drink in about 2 days. Enjoy!

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