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1 cup of water 1 cup of light corn syrup 2 tablespoons of dark corn syrup 1/3 cup of sugar Peel from 2 large oranges 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise 1/4 cup of pure orange extract 2 cups of vodka
In small saucepan combine water, corn syrup, sugar, orange peel and vanilla bean. Bring to boiling, stirring to dissolve sugar. Boil 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, stir in orange extract. Cool. Add vodka. Pour into a jar or decanter with tight fitting top. Let stand at room temperature 2 weeks to mellow before serving. Makes 1 quart |
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