NOCINO
Nocino is an Italian liqueur made from grain alcohol, green walnuts, and spices that is usually served as an aperitif
Ingredients
NOCINO
- 25-30 green walnuts washed and quartered
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 2 star of anise
- 10 whole cloves
- 1.75 liter grain alcohol
- 2 lemons zested
SIMPLE SYRUP
- 3 cups sugar
- 4 cups water
Instructions
NOCINO
- Add the walnuts, cinnamon, star of anise, cloves, and lemon zest to a one-gallon jar.
- Pour the alcohol over the ingredients. Place a lid on top and sit in a sunny place for 50 days, gently shaking/swirling the jar once a day.
- Strain the alcohol thru multiple layers of cheesecloth. Add the cooled, simple syrup mixture and mix well. Bottle into your container(s) of choice.
- Place in a cool, dark place and allow to age for 6 months before drinking.
SIMPLE SYRUP
- Mix the sugar and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a heavy simmer until the sugar melts.
- Allow to cool completely before adding to the Nocino. You may not want to add all the simple syrup. Adjust it to your taste preferences.