Homemade Advocaat

This is a is a rich and creamy liqueur. Found this on the web-tender. Normally made from eggs, sugar and brandy. Variations: Substitute 1/4 to 1/2 cup brandy or 1 cup of rum for same volume of vodka. Do try a flavored vodka or rum. Traditional way to serve it is in a wide glass with whipped cream and cocoa powder sprinkled on top. The Snowball is a very popular drink made with it!

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 20

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄4 cups granulated sugar
• 3⁄4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  lemon extract
• 1  cup vanilla vodka or 1  cup vodka
• 5  eggs
• 1  egg yolk
• 2⁄3 cup evaporated milk

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients in a blender for 30 seconds until they are mixed well.
2. Pour into container, cap and refrigerate. Let it age for 1 to 2 weeks to mellow.
3. The color will intensify as it ages, reaching a more traditional light shade of yellow.