Best 3 Homemade Apple Liqueur Or Apple Spice Liqueur Recipes

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Apple liqueur, also known as apple spice liqueur, is a sweet, flavorful spirit that can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or mixed into cocktails. Whether you're a seasoned liqueur connoisseur or a curious home mixologist, creating your own homemade apple liqueur is a rewarding and enjoyable experience. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can craft a delicious liqueur that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE LIQUEUR



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This makes great holiday gifts. I found this in Know Your Apples M.A.C.S. Alumni Scholarship Fund. This recipe was posted by Kathy Meyer Pavelock. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb Red Delicious apples or 1 lb other sweet apple
2 cloves
1 pinch cinnamon
2 cups vodka
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Cut apples in quarters and remove the cores, but do not peel. Place apples, cloves, cinnamon and vodka into a glass jar. Let steep for 2 weeks. Strain mixture using cheese cloth and then filter the resulting liquid using a coffee filter.
  • Mix sugar and water together in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and stir until all the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is clear. Cool completely. Add cooled sugar mixture to alcohol mixture. Let stand in dark cool area for 2-3 months. Transfer to decorative bottles.
  • Note: Use the strained apples for desserts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.6, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1.9, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 41.2, Protein 0.2

APPLE BRANDY



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I spend a lot of time developing recipes for the many fruits and vegetables we grow on our farm. In this creation, apple liquor is enhanced with spices for a delightful drink.-Deanna Seippel, Lancaster, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups sugar
2 cups water
4 pounds apples, sliced
1 liter brandy
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
Additional whole cloves and cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat., Place apples in a large glass or plastic container; add the sugar mixture, brandy, cloves and cinnamon stick. Cover and let stand at room temperature for at least two weeks, stirring once a week., Strain brandy mixture; discard apples and spices. Pour into glass bottles. Place an additional three cloves and one cinnamon stick in each bottle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOMEMADE APPLE PIE LIQUOR



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The combination of apples and cinnamon is one of my favorite flavor combinations. I had this cocktail at a party and when I found out that it was homemade, I had to find the recipe. I couldn't find it here in Recipezaar (!!!), so I turned to the WWW.

Provided by Chicagopm

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 1 3/4 gallons

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 gallon apple cider
1/2 gallon apple juice
1 cup sugar
7 cinnamon sticks
1 liter Everclear alcohol

Steps:

  • Put the cider, juice, sugar and cinnamon sticks into a large kettle.
  • Bring to ALMOST a boil and then let cool. (NOTE: Everclear is flammable).
  • Pour in the everclear and mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 967.3, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 275.8, Carbohydrate 244.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 220.4, Protein 1.1

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful apples for the best results.
  • Choose a good quality vodka or brandy for the base of your liqueur.
  • If you want a sweeter liqueur, add more sugar or honey.
  • Be patient! Apple liqueur takes time to develop its full flavor. Let it age for at least 2 weeks before enjoying.
  • Apple liqueur can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

Apple liqueur is a delicious and versatile liqueur that can be enjoyed on its own, used in cocktails, or added to desserts. With its sweet, apple flavor and hints of spice, it's a perfect drink for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a homemade gift or a special treat for yourself, give apple liqueur a try. You won't be disappointed!

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