Orange Vanilla Liqueur Recipe

Craft a dreamy, homemade Orange Vanilla Liqueur that evokes the taste of creamsicles! This vibrant liqueur boasts a delightful balance of zesty orange and smooth vanilla, subtly sweet and perfect for sipping neat, pouring over ice cream, or gifting to loved ones. Made with real vanilla and orange extracts (no imitations!), this recipe is easy to follow and results in a truly special treat after a 2-week infusion period. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 903.4 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orange Vanilla Liqueur

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How to Make Orange Vanilla Liqueur

  1. Using a vegetable peeler, carefully pare the peel from 3 large oranges in a spiral, creating 1-inch-wide strips. Aim to remove mostly the zest and leave the white pith behind.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the orange peels, 1 cup of water, 1 cup of light corn syrup, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup brown sugar.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, for 8-10 minutes. The mixture will thicken slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool completely to room temperature.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of pure orange extract.
  6. Once the mixture is at room temperature, add 1 cup of high-quality vodka.
  7. Carefully pour the mixture into a clean glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid.
  8. Let the liqueur sit in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks, allowing the flavors to fully infuse. The longer it sits, the more flavorful it will become! (up to 4 weeks for maximum flavor).
  9. Strain the liqueur through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth to remove the orange peels before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

280g

Fat

0g

Carbs

45g