Shelly's Recipe

AMARETTO

Category: Beverages and Cocktails

1 lemon
3 cups sugar
2 cups water and vodka
3 tbsp brandy
2 tbsp almond extract
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp chocolate extract

Peel lemon, leaving inner white skin on fruit; reserve lemon for another use. Cut lemon rind into 2 x 1/4 inch strips. Combine lemon rind strips, sugar and water in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.

Remove from heat; remove and discard lemon rind strips. Cover and chill thoroughly. Add vodka and remaining ingredients to chilled mixture; stir well.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature at least 1 week before serving. Use in any recipe calling for amaretto.