Chocolate Mint Liqueur

Yield: about 5 cups

Ingredients

Brown Sugar Syrup

• 1 cup golden brown sugar, packed
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 cups water

Liqueur Mixture

• 2 2/3 cups vodka
• 1 recipe Brown Sugar Syrup
• 2 tablespoons chocolate extract
• 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Instructions

Brown Sugar Syrup

1. Combine sugars and water in a small saucepan and heat to boiling, stirring often. Lower the heat and simmer 5 minutes or until the sugar is dissolved. Pour into a jar and cool to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator.

Liqueur Mixture

1. Stir all the ingredients together in a large glass jar. Store, tightly covered, in a cool, dark place for at least 1 month.

Notes

Chocolate Mint Liqueur will keep at room temperature for 3 months. Refrigerate it for longer storage.