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Homemade Strawberry Liqueur 2 Ways
Strawberry Liqueur made with fresh Strawberries and vodka, make it with a simple syrup or a creamy mixture. Take your pick both are the best ways to bring in or take out the Strawberry Season this year!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Resting Time
8 hrs 24 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 821 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
Italian-American Fussion
Ingredients
STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR
- 1 pound strawberries (cleaned and sliced)
- 2 cups vodka
TO MAKE SIMPLE STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR**
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
TO MAKE CREAM STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR**
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 cup cream (heavy / whipping)*
**I halved the "Strawberry Liqueur" recipe to make this liqueur. If you want to make just one type double the ingredients
*at least 30% fat.
Instructions
STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR
- In a large jar that closes tight add the sliced strawberries and cover with the vodka. (stir to combine). Place in a dark cupboard or closet for 20 days, twirl the jar to mix every 2 days.
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TO MAKE SIMPLE STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR
- After the 20 days has passed make the syrup, in a medium pot add the sugar and water over medium heat bring to a boil, stirring often, lower heat and cook for 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Strain the alcohol from the strawberries into a clean jar or bottle with a tight fitting lid. Add the cooled syrup and stir to combine. Close the jar and refrigerate for 2 days before serving. Can also be stored in the freezer.
TO MAKE THE CREAM STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR
- After the 20 days has passed make the cream syrup, in a medium pot add the sugar, milk and cream, stir to combine, bring the mixture to a boil, lower heat and simmer 1 minute, then remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Strain the alcohol from the strawberries into a clean jar or bottle with a tight fitting lid. Add the cooled cream mixture and stir to combine. Close the jar and refrigerate for 1 day before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Both liqueurs should be stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
Calories
821kcal
(41%)
Carbohydrates
110g
(37%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
43mg
(14%)
Sodium
30mg
(1%)
Potassium
236mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
106g
(212%)
Vitamin A
500IU
(10%)
Vitamin C
66.7mg
(74%)
Calcium
72mg
(7%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 821
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 821kcal | 41% |
| Carbohydrates | 110g | 37% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 236mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 106g | 212% |
| Vitamin A | 500IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 66.7mg | 74% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.