Spice Kit for Sambuca-Style Liqueur (3 L)

Composition - Anise, fennel, coriander, lemon zest Weight - 43 g Sambuca is a traditional Italian liqueur: sweet but not cloying, combining refreshing notes of lemon and anise. The drink has a pleasant consistency, a delicate aroma and a long-lasting finish. Sambuca Recipe You will need: 2.6 L of alcohol at 40-45% strength Hot Rod spice kit for Sambuca-style liqueur (the kit is designed for 3 L of finished product) Sugar – 450 g Water – 300 ml Preparing the drink is straightforward. Place the water in a small saucepan, add the spice kit, bring to a boil and add the sugar. Cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, then keep on the lowest heat for another 15 minutes. Pour the alcohol directly into the hot mixture. Cover with a lid and leave to infuse for about an hour, optionally wrapping the saucepan in a towel. Strain the fully cooled liquid through cheesecloth (no need to be too thorough), then transfer to an airtight container. It can be tasted right away, but it is best to let it rest for a week or two. After resting, filter the drink once more through cotton wool if needed and that's it – your homemade anise liqueur is ready!