Pelargonium Liqueur
A fragrant homemade liqueur infused with lemon- or rose-scented Pelargonium (rose geranium) leaves in vodka sweetened with simple syrup; steep for at least six weeks.
Ingredients
- 1 quart Pelargonium (rose geranium) leaves (loosely packed; lemon- or rose-scented types work well)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar (for syrup)
- ¾ cup water (for syrup)
- 1 liter vodka
Instructions
- Place Pelargonium leaves in a 2-quart jar.
- Make a simple syrup by boiling sugar and water; cool to room temperature.
- Combine vodka with cooled syrup and pour over the leaves. Store in a dark closet for at least 6 weeks.
- Filter and bottle. Store in a cool, dark place; keeps for months.
