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Orgeat Recipe
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Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
10m
Total Time
20m
This homemade orgeat recipe is a sweet almond syrup with a hint of orange blossom flavor. Made with raw almonds, sugar, water, orange flower water, and a splash of vodka for preservation, this versatile syrup is perfect for adding a unique twist to your favorite cocktails or mocktails.
Ingredients
Servings:
10
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Steps
1
Toast almonds at 400°F (200°C) for 4 minutes, shaking after 2 minutes.
2
Cool almonds and then pulverize them with a blender or food processor.
3
In a saucepan, cook sugar and water on medium heat until sugar dissolves and the mixture starts to boil, about 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
4
Add pulverized almonds and simmer on low heat, stirring frequently. When mixture is about to boil, remove from heat and cover. Let it sit for a minimum of 3 hours and no more than 12 hours.
5
Strain steeped mixture through 3 layers of cheesecloth into a bowl, squeezing the cloth as you go.
6
Add orange flower water and vodka, then stir. Funnel into a glass jar or bottle.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total
recipe.
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Calories622kcal31%
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Fat42g2%
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Saturated Fat3g0%
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Carbohydrates54g2%
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Fiber6g0%
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Sugar43g2%
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Protein12g0%
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Cholesterol0mg0%
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Sodium4mg0%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.