Description
Culinary adventurers discover dandelion bitter’s unexpected charm, blending earthy complexity with wild botanical notes. Delicate herbal essence invites curious palates to explore nature’s hidden gastronomic treasures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1.5 cups vodka (80–100 proof, or brandy)
- ¼ cup dried dandelion root (or ½ cup fresh, chopped)
- ¼ cup dried dandelion leaf (or ½ cup fresh)
- 2 tablespoons dried orange peel (or fresh peel from 1 organic orange)
- 1 tablespoon dried ginger root (or 2 tablespoons fresh, chopped)
- ½ teaspoon fennel seeds (optional, for extra digestive support)
- 8 ounces glass jar with tight-fitting lid
- Small dropper bottle for storage (after straining)
Instructions
- Herb Preparation: Gather dried or freshly chopped dandelion herbs and transfer them into a pristine 8 oz glass vessel, ensuring even distribution.
- Alcohol Infusion: Carefully cascade vodka or brandy over the botanical mixture, guaranteeing complete submersion with minimal headspace for expansion.
- Maceration Process: Securely seal the glass container and nestle it in a shadowy, temperature-controlled environment for 4-6 weeks, occasionally agitating the liquid to promote thorough extraction of herbal essences.
- Liquid Refinement: After the designated infusion period, meticulously filter the herbal tincture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth, capturing the concentrated liquid in a clean receptacle and transferring it into a dropper bottle or compact storage jar.
- Preservation Protocol: Document the creation date and botanical contents on the container, then position in a cool, dark sanctuary where temperature remains consistent, ensuring optimal preservation for up to 12 years of potential medicinal or culinary applications.
Notes
- Choose fresh, vibrant dandelion herbs without wilting or discoloration to ensure maximum potency and flavor in your bitter extract.
- Select high-quality, clean vodka or brandy without strong additional flavors to preserve the pure dandelion essence.
- Maintain strict 4-6 week infusion period, avoiding over-steeping which could create overly bitter or harsh extraction.
- Keep jar away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations to maintain herbal extract’s integrity and prevent potential spoilage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 46 weeks
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg