Homemade Pistachio Liqueur
Create a rich and creamy homemade pistachio liqueur with simple ingredients. Perfect as a digestif or a topping for desserts.
Equipment
- Bottles with lids
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- 100 g 3.5 oz shelled pistachios, unsalted
- 250 ml 1 cup whole milk
- 150 ml ¾ cup heavy cream
- 250 g 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 500 ml 2 cups vodka or white rum
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Instructions
- Prepare the Pistachios:
- Blanch the pistachios in boiling water for 2-3 minutes to loosen the skins.
- Peel the skins and discard.
- Blend Ingredients:
- Combine the pistachios, milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Heat the Mixture:
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and heat over low-medium heat, stirring gently. Do not let it boil. Heat for about 8-10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add Alcohol:
- Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in the vodka or white rum. Adjust the alcohol amount to your taste.
- Infuse and Rest:
- Pour the mixture into a glass jar or bottle with a lid. Store in a cool, dark place for 3 days to allow the flavors to blend. Shake gently once a day.
- Strain and Bottle:
- After 3 days, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove solids. Pour the strained liqueur into clean bottles.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Enjoy your pistachio liqueur as a digestif, in cocktails, or drizzled over desserts like vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- For a sweeter liqueur, add more sugar during the blending step.
- Store the liqueur in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Shake gently before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 162kcal
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