Discover the homemade recipe for Liqueur 44: a delicious blend of orange and coffee

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Ah, Liqueur 44! It’s a bit like a well-kept secret in my home. I love this recipe because it’s both simple and full of little hidden treasures, like the surprising combination of orange and coffee. No need to be an expert to make it, honestly.

I must confess, at first I messed up the proportions a bit, but over time, I found the right balance between sugar, alcohol, and those coffee beans that we stick into the peel. That’s where the magic happens, believe me!

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The other nice thing is patience. Yes, stop, I hear you complaining already, but the 44 days of maceration is what gives an incredible depth to the flavor. You can always stir from time to time, just so everything mixes well.

And I love that filtration moment, a bit tedious but so satisfying. You see the liqueur become clear, ready to impress your friends or just sip quietly cozy by the fire. Okay, I’m telling you everything, follow me!

The secret ingredients to successfully make your homemade Liqueur 44

  • 1 organic orange (it’s better to avoid pesticides, especially since we keep the peel)
  • 44 coffee beans (yes, you really need 44, the recipe is a bit precise, but it’s worth it)
  • 44 sugar cubes (personally, I put a little less, often 22, because I find it too sweet otherwise)
  • 1 liter of eau-de-vie (or vodka if you prefer, I’m team eau-de-vie, it’s more authentic)
  • a perfectly clean jar (glass, and with a good lid to prevent evaporation)
learn how to prepare homemade Liqueur 44, a delicious fusion of orange and coffee aromas for a gourmet and authentic drink.

Prepare Liqueur 44 step by step

  • Prick your orange all over using a knife or, like me, a knitting needle (take your time, it’s hypnotic!), so you can insert the coffee beans.
  • Push a coffee bean into each hole – it’s a bit tedious, but quite fun to do.
  • Put the sugar cubes in the jar, then gently slide in the well-pricked orange.
  • Add the eau-de-vie to cover the entire preparation. Close tightly.
  • Let it rest in a dark and cool place for 44 days, stirring gently every 2-3 days if you remember.
  • Then filter everything using a fine strainer or clean cloth. That’s when I like to check the result, the liquid must be clear, with a beautiful amber color.
  • Bottle it into a pretty bottle to keep your treasure safe or to offer to friends.

Liqueur 44: tips and little anecdotes to get started

So I won’t hide it from you, at first I often forgot to stir, and the maceration wasn’t as uniform. Now, I remember, I move the jar a little and shake it gently. It really changes the look and the strength of the taste.

If you find the result too sweet, reduce the sugar cubes, like me. Personally, I like it when there’s a tangy and bitter side coming through, otherwise you lose a bit of the coffee-orange punch.

And then, you can also play with the alcohol. I tried it with rum, it was nice, but eau-de-vie remains my favorite for this recipe. Feel free to test it your way, that’s the joy of homemade!

Tips for serving and enjoying your homemade Liqueur 44

  • Drink chilled but not ice cold, to fully appreciate all the aromas.
  • Ideal as a digestif, or to accompany chocolate or vanilla desserts.
  • You can also pour a little in coffee for an adult version of the famous “gourmet coffee”.
  • Keep for several months if you store it in a cool, dark place.
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The Homemade Liqueur 44 Recipe

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Course: Drink, CocktailCuisine: FrenchDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

A delicious, aromatic liqueur, perfect to offer or enjoy.

Ingrédients

Instructions

  • Take the organic orange and prick it all over with the 44 coffee beans to allow maximum diffusion of aromas.
  • Then pour the sugar into a large glass jar to facilitate good dissolution in the liquid.
  • Place the pricked orange as well as the coffee beans in the jar with the sugar, making sure it is well submerged.
  • Finally, add the alcohol of your choice, eau-de-vie or a good vodka according to your preference.
  • Close the jar tightly and shake it gently to mix all the ingredients well.
  • Place the jar in a dark place at room temperature, then let macerate for 44 days.
  • Stir the preparation every day to ensure uniform and homogeneous maceration.
  • At the end of 44 days, filter the liqueur to remove the orange and coffee beans before bottling.

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Notes

  • Prepare to be transported to a world of flavors and conviviality with Liqueur 44. Cheers and see you soon for new delicious discoveries!

Nutrition Facts

  • Serving Size: 45g
  • Total number of serves: 20
  • Calories: 150kcal
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Potassium: 0mg
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Vitamin A: 0IU
  • Vitamin C: 0mg
  • Calcium: 0mg
  • Iron: 0mg
  • Vitamin D: 0mg
  • Vitamin E: 0mg
  • Vitamin K: 0mg
  • Thiamin: 0mg
  • Riboflavin: 0mg
  • Niacin: 0mg
  • Vitamin B6: 0mg
  • Vitamin B12: 0mg
  • Folate: 0mg
  • Biotin: 0mg
  • Pantothenic Acid: 0mg
  • Phosphorus: 0mg
  • Iodine: 0mg
  • Magnesium: 0mg
  • Zinc: 0mg
  • Selenium: 0mg
  • Copper: 0mg
  • Manganese: 0mg
  • Chromium: 0mg
  • Molybdenum: 0mg
  • Chloride: 0mg

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