Orgeat Recipe

A complex nutty and floral syrup commonly used in tiki cocktails.

Course Syrup

Cuisine French

Keyword almonds

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Steeping time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings

Calories 51kcal

Cost $2

Bring water and sugar to a boil while gently stirring.
1.25 cups Water, 1.25 cups Sugar
Add the almonds and wait until the mixture is just about to boil again. Take off the heat and let the mixture cool down.
2 cups chopped almonds
Add orange flower water and Vodka (optional) and stir the mix thoroughly.
0.5 tsp Orange flower water, 1 oz Vodka
Let it steep for a few hours until the raw orgeat mix reaches room temperature.
Strain through cheesecloth and store in sterilized bottles inside your fridge.
The homemade orgeat syrup will last for 1 to 2 months when stored in a cool place.