Lithuanian Honey Liqueur (Lietuviškas medaus likeris)

Lietuviškas medaus likeris, or Lithuanian Honey Liqueur, is a traditional Lithuanian drink that is sweet, aromatic, and perfect for sipping on a cold evening. This recipe will guide you through the process of making your own batch of this delicious liqueur at home.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Beverage Lithuanian Liqueur Honey Traditional
Lithuanian Honey Liqueur (Lietuviškas medaus likeris)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 vanilla bean
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 bottle of vodka

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine the honey, water, vanilla bean, and cinnamon stick.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  4. Once cooled, remove the vanilla bean and cinnamon stick from the mixture.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a clean glass bottle and add the vodka.
  6. Seal the bottle and shake well to combine the ingredients.
  7. Store the bottle in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
0g
Protein
0g

Supplies

Saucepan Glass bottle

Tools

Stirring spoon Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Lithuanian Honey Liqueur chilled in small glasses as a digestif after a meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can let the liqueur age for several months before serving.

Cost

$20