Carmelite Water

evafd's Note:

Carmelite water was invented in 1611 by Carmelite monks in Paris who called it "Eau de Carmes". Carmelite water was used as a perfume and toilet water, and was also taken internally as a cordial.

• Total Time: 504 hrs 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 504 hrs

Ingredients:

Serves: 50

Yield: 1.0 bottle

• 1 1/4 cups vodka
• 3 tablespoons dried angelica leaves, and stalks
• 3 tablespoons dried lemon balm leaves
• 1 tablespoon coriander seed, bruised
• 1 nutmeg, cut into strips
• 2 tablespoons cloves
• cinnamon stick

Directions:

1. pour the vodka into a jar.
2. Add the remaining ingredients,cover tightly and shake.
3. Leave in a warm place for three weeks, shaking every day.
4. strain into a sterilized bottle and store in a cool place. Use within six months.