Orange Vodka for Orangecello
Like it's lemon version, Orangecello is easy to make. All you need is a bottle of vodka, a couple oranges to make orange vodka, and then add the simple syrup.
Servings 11
Calories 87kcal
Ingredients
- 6 large oranges
- 1 L vodka or everclear alcohol *
- 2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cup water
Instructions
- Wash oranges with hot water and using a vegetable brush scrub oranges to remove residue and wax. Pat them dry.
- Using a potato peeler or zester, take all or the orange rinds off the oranges so there is no white pith on the rind. Only remove the orange, otherwise orangecello will be bitter.
- Place rinds in a large container and pour everclear* over it.
- Cover the container and let it sit for at least 10 days and up to 30 in a cool dark place. No need to stir during that time.
- Strain the peels from the alcohol and discard the peels.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat stir together sugar and water.
- Cook for 15 minutes, then remove from heat and cool.
- Pour sugar mixture to the alcohol.
- Store in the freezer until ready to serve.
Notes
You can use any variety of oranges, I personally like the Valencia orange. Just be sure to cut the orange peel and leave the pith behind because it causes bitterness.
TO STORE: Once the peels have been removed, the orange vodka can be stored in a bottle in your bar indefinitely. If you made orangecello with the simple syrup, store in the refrigerator for a month or two.
TO FREEZE: You can also keep your bottle of orangecello 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: 1oz shot | Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 0.2g | Sodium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 10.5g
