Zero Proof Orange Liqueur (Cointreau/ Triple Sec/Grand Marnier)
 
 
A delicious alcohol-free orange liqueur that boasts complex flavor without being overly sweet
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Serves: 2 cups // 473 ml
Ingredients
  • For Summer Cocktails:
  • 16 fl oz // 2 cups (473 ml) filtered water
  • 1 large organic orange (see instructions)
  • 4 fl oz // ½ cup (118 ml) pure maple syrup
  • For Winter Cocktails:
  • 16 fl oz // 2 cups (473 ml) filtered water
  • 1 large organic orange (see instructions)
  • 1 cinnamon stick + 1 star anise (or to pref, example: clove, cardamom, ginger, black pepper, etc.)
  • 4 fl oz // ½ cup (118 ml) maple syrup
Instructions
  1. Place a medium sized saucepan on the stovetop
  2. Remove peel from the orange with a knife (no fancy tool required) since we are using the entire orange, the pith (the white underlayer) attached to the peel is perfectly fine (adds great flavor)
  3. Add peel strips to the pan
  4. Cut the peeled orange in half and juice it into the pan (don't worry if seeds get in), releasing all of the orange juice -- now add the juiced half portions to the pot too (every bit of the orange is used in this recipe)
  5. If making the "fall/winter" recipe, add cinnamon stick & star anise (or spices of preference) to the pan
  6. Add water and maple syrup to the pan and stir to combine all ingredients
  7. Bring mixture to a rolling boil and then reduce to an active simmer for approximately 15-20 until the mixture reduces somewhat and is saturated with flavor (you should be left with about 2 cups (473 ml) of liqueur)
  8. Remove the pan from heat and allow it to cool for 10 minutes
  9. Place a large strainer/sieve over a bowl or measuring cup (see photos) and carefully pour the entire contents of the pan into the sieve allowing the liquid to drain through
  10. Using the back of a large spoon, press against the oranges to release more juice
  11. Allow the liqueur to cool fully before transferring to a storage container (such as a mason jar or other lidded bottle of choice) cover and refrigerate
  12. This diy orange liqueur will last about 2 weeks (or longer) well sealed in the fridge. Simply shake before use.
  13. Enjoy!
Recipe by Inspired Edibles at https://www.inspirededibles.ca/2023/06/zero-proof-orange-liqueur-triple-sec-cointreau-grand-marnier.html