Homemade Kumquat Liqueur
This homemade kumquat liqueur is bright, citrusy, and surprisingly easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. Includes my free printable labels for gift giving.
Servings 20
Calories 97kcal
Ingredients
- 30-40 kumquats approximately
- 3 cups everclear alcohol or vodka
- 2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cup water
Instructions
- Wash and clean kumquats with hot water. Cut the kumquats in half and remove the seeds.
- Place the kumquat halves in a large glass jar and pour over it with everclear or vodka.
- Cover the container and let it sit for at least 10 days and up to 40 in a cool dark place. No need to stir during that time.
- Strain the kumquats from the alcohol and discard the fruit.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat stir together sugar and water. Cook for 15 minutes, then remove from heat and cool.
- Add sugar mixture to the kumquat infused alcohol.
- Store in the freezer until ready to serve.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: Kumquat liqueur is served in small quantities as an after-dinner drink due to it's high alcohol content.
Cooking Tips: 100-proof vodka can be used instead of Everclear. It can also be made with oranges, lemons, or with a combination of citrus fruits. The quantities listed are approximate, depending on the size of your kumquats. You want enough alcohol to cover the fruit. Using more will offer less fruit flavor, use less and you have more.
TO STORE: Store your liqueur in a glass bottle and refrigerate for a month or two. If you did not add the simple syrup, your kumquat vodka will last indefinitely, even at room temperature.
TO FREEZE: You can also keep your bottle of kumquat liqueur in the freezer for up to one year, possibly longer. Because it is alcohol, it will not turn to ice.
SIGNS TO LOOK FOR: If your liqueur tastes funny or changes color, it has gone bad and should be discarded.
Nutrition
Serving: 2fluid ounce (1 shot) | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 83IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.3mg
