Herb-infused After-dinner Drink: Fennel Liquor
Turn your kitchen into a distillery with this simple DIY fennel digestif recipe, starring Everclear 151! This easy-to-make digestif boasts a delicate yet strong flavor, perfect for an after-dinner drink.
What You'll Need:
- 1/4 cup fennel fronds
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 2 cups Everclear 151 (or adjust for desired potency)
- Rich simple syrup (learn how to make your own in tips below)
Make Your Fennel Digestif:
- Mix and Steep: Combine the fronds, seeds, and alcohol in a 1-quart jar. Seal it up, and let it steep for 6 days at room temperature, undisturbed.
- Pull Out the Fronds: After 6 days, remove the fronds and seeds. Replace them with some homemade rich simple syrup.
- Stir, Chill, and Serve: Stir to combine, then store your digestif in the freezer. In chilly goodness, find relief for your post-meal discomfort and enjoy!
About Rich Simple Syrup:
Rich simple syrup is a staple for any home mixologist. To make it yourself, mix equal parts granulated sugar and water in a saucepan, and heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove it from the heat and let it cool before using. You can store this syrup in the fridge for up to a month.
Serving Suggestions:
- Chill it and enjoy a few shots after dinner. Experiment with adding herbs or spices like star anise or citrus peels for a unique taste.
- Use it as a base for delicious fennel-infused cocktails. Cheers to your homemade digestif!
- This fennel digestif recipe, featured on aussiedlerbote, includes Everclear 151, fennel fronds, fennel seeds, and rich simple syrup.
- To make the digestif, you'll need to mix the fronds, seeds, and alcohol in a 1-quart jar, then let it steep for 6 days at room temperature.
- After steeping, remove the fronds and seeds, replace them with rich simple syrup, stir to combine, and store in the freezer.
- Rich simple syrup is a crucial component in this recipe, and it can be homemade by mixing equal parts granulated sugar and water, heating over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, and cooling before use.
