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Christmas Shrub A Rum Spice Liqueur Recipe

Indulge in the magic of Christmas with this exquisite Rum Spice Liqueur! This recipe, adapted from Steven Raichlen's "The Caribbean Pantry Cookbook," creates a decadent nectar that's perfect for holiday celebrations. While delicious immediately, allowing it to age for a few weeks unlocks a depth of flavor that's truly divine – my husband calls it 'nectar of the gods'! It's a little time-consuming to prepare, but trust me, the results are worth every minute. Absolutely do not substitute ground spices; the whole spices are essential for authentic flavor.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 222.9 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Christmas Shrub A Rum Spice Liqueur

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How to Make Christmas Shrub A Rum Spice Liqueur

  1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  2. In a large jar or bottle (at least 1 quart/liter capacity), combine the cooled sugar syrup, rum, apple cider vinegar, orange slices, lemon slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, and ginger.
  3. If using, add the orange liqueur.
  4. Stir well to combine. Cover tightly and let steep in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks, preferably 4 weeks. The longer it steeps, the richer the flavor will become.
  5. After steeping, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth lined strainer into a clean bottle or jar.
  6. Discard the solids. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator.
  7. Serve chilled. Enjoy responsibly!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

85g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Beverages Caribbean Central American Holiday Event Winter Cocktails Gifts Christmas Seasonal Number Of Servings Presentation Served Cold