Almond Extract

Yield: 120 ml (½ cup) Time: 5 minutes active + 6-8 weeks aging

120 ml (½ cup)

Yield

5 minutes active + 6-8 weeks aging

Time

Room temperature for up to 2 years.

Keeps

Yield: 120 ml (½ cup) Time: 5 minutes active + 6-8 weeks aging

Ingredients

60 g (½ cup) raw almonds, coarsely chopped (or 30 g raw apricot kernels for a more intense flavor)
120 ml (½ cup) 80-proof vodka

Method

Coarsely chop the almonds. Toasting them lightly in a dry pan for 3-4 minutes intensifies the flavor but is optional.
Place in a clean glass jar. Pour the vodka over the almonds and seal.
Store in a cool, dark place. Shake weekly.
Strain and bottle after 6-8 weeks.
*Storage:** Room temperature for up to 2 years.
*Note:** True almond extract flavor comes from benzaldehyde, which is more concentrated in apricot kernels and bitter almonds. Regular sweet almonds will give a milder, nuttier flavor.

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