Homemade Cointreau
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About
Cointreau is a French brand of triple sec, an orange-flavored liqueur, and is made from bitter oranges. If you are able to find bitter oranges use them in place of the oranges and lime. Cointreau is consumed both as an apéritif and as a digestif. Though stronger than a triple sec (which has anywhere between 15 and 40% alcohol), Cointreau (40% alcohol) is often considered either a triple sec or in a category of its own.
Yield:
1 Liters
Added:
December 6, 2009
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Using a fine grater, grate the outer peel off the oranges and lime Avoid getting the bitter white rind
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After 4 weeks: Carefully strain the liquid over a large bowl or container using a fine strainer to remove the citrus bits.
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In a small saucepan over medium heat make a simple syrup with the water and sugar. Heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
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Add the simple syrup to the liquid and rebottle. Let sit for an addition 4 weeks, gently turning daily.
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