Orgeat
Syrup · or-ZHAH
Orgeat is a sweet almond syrup flavored with orange flower water, used in tiki drinks such as the Mai Tai.
Also called: almond orgeat · orgeat syrup
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Substitutes for Orgeat
| Substitute | Ratio | Note | Zero-proof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amaretto | 1:1 | Closest almond flavor, but it adds alcohol and is thinner. Trim the base spirit a little. | |
| Simple syrup | 1:1 | Zero-proof. Add a few drops of almond extract for the almond flavor. |
How to make Orgeat
Ratio 1:1 sugar to almond milk by weight · About 800 ml
Ingredients
- 200 gBlanched almonds
- 16.91 ozHot water
- 500 gGranulated sugar (or an equal weight to the almond milk)
- 2 tspOrange blossom water
- 1 tbspVodka (optional, helps the syrup keep)
Equipment
Step by step instructions
- If the almonds still have skins, pour boiling water over them for 5 minutes, then slip off the skins.
- Blend the almonds with the hot water until finely ground, about 2 minutes.
- Leave to stand for 30 minutes, then strain through a nut milk bag or fine sieve, pressing out the milk.
- Weigh the almond milk and stir in an equal weight of sugar over low heat until dissolved. Do not boil.
- Off the heat, stir in the orange blossom water and the vodka if using. Cool, bottle and refrigerate.
Frequently asked questions about Orgeat
Unopened: Up to 3 years, per the date on the bottle. Opened: 3 to 4 weeks refrigerated.
Cool and dry before opening, refrigerated after
