Maggie'S Lethal Kumquat Liqueur

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   Put the pricked kumquats, sugar and brandy in a jar that can be tightly sealed (should hold at least a litre). Store jar away from sunlight.

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   Every day for the next 14 days, turn the jar over and back to distribute the sugar. You don't need to shake the jar.

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   After the 14 days are up, keep turning the jar over and back at least once a week until the sugar has completely dissolved.

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   When the sugar has dissolved, use tongs or a slotted spoon to gently remove the kumquats. Leave the liqueur to age in the jar.

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   Dip these boozy kumquats in melted chocolate for a delicious treat with after-dinner coffee. Store in the freezer.

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   Six months later, the liqueur is ready to be bottled and enjoyed. Maggie saves interesting-looking smaller bottles to use for gifts.

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   Note: You can bottle the liqueur at three months (to give as a gift), but tell the recipient it is worth waiting the extra three months before tasting. The well-aged liqueur is thicker, sweeter and more syrupy.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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