Quick Honey Liqueur (Greitai Pagamintas Krupnikas)

A honey liquor adapted from a traditional recipe enjoyed by Lithuanian grandpas. This was printed in a 1982 cookbook published by the American Lithuanian Women's Alliance of Chicago, IL

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Yields: 1 quart

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups honey
• 2⁄3 cup water
• 1  vanilla bean
• 1⁄4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 8  cinnamon sticks
• 2  whole cloves
• 1  lemon, zest of, peels cut in strips
• 750  ml vodka

Directions

1. Combine honey with water, vanilla, spices and lemon peel in a large metal percolator. Bring to a boil and let it perk for about 7 minutes. Remove from heat; add vodka.
2. When slightly cooled, strain and pour into a sterilized quart jar or heat-proof bottle. Can be served warm or cold.