PORTUGUESE LICORO

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This homemade liqueur recipe originates from the island of St. Michael in the Azores. It is a family favorite at Christmas time.

Provided by John Pacheco

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Liqueur Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 quart whiskey
½ lemon
4 ½ cups white sugar
1 quart milk
6 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
2 vanilla beans

Steps:

  • In a gallon container combine whiskey, lemon, sugar, milk, chocolate squares and vanilla beans. Keep at room temperature for 10 days, stirring once a day.
  • After 10 days, remove the lemon half, chocolate and vanilla beans. Insert a coffee filter into a large funnel. pour the liquid through the filter into a gallon jug. Change filter as needed. A clear yellow solution should result. This liqueur can be stored in a sealed bottle at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 1.6 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 8.8 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

B BRO
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Muzamil Rana
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I'm not a big fan of port wine, but I really enjoyed the flavor of it in this licoro. It added a nice depth of flavor.


Heather Tehonica
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This licoro is so smooth and creamy. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Ainura Saryeva
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make this licoro.


sied jubayer rabby
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This licoro is the perfect make-ahead dessert. I made it a few days ahead of time, and it was still just as delicious when I served it.


Salam Vai‡øê
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this licoro without any problems.


Memuna Adamu
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I love the citrusy flavor of this licoro. It's so refreshing and light.


Paula Roper
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This is one of my favorite Portuguese desserts. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious.


Samsad Ansari Rangpur
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I've made this licoro several times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's the perfect after-dinner drink, and it's also great for sipping on a cold winter night.


Bridget Nalwadda
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This Portuguese Licoro recipe is a real winner! The flavors of orange, lemon, and cinnamon are perfectly balanced, and the texture is smooth and creamy. I especially love the addition of port wine, which gives it a unique and sophisticated flavor.