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Liquor Quik Essence Recipes for Cordial and Liqueur Making

Liquor Quik offers a complete line of essences that can be used to make a wide variety of liqueurs and cordials right at home. They’re made from carefully selected seeds, herbs, fruits and essential oils that are crushed or distilled and fortified with alcohol or sweetener.

Below is a complete list of the recipes you can use with Liquor Quick essences. Use the navigation at the top of the screen to peruse our Liquor Quik essence selection.

Cheers and salute!

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Amaretto is the most popular Italian almond liqueur.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1.25 cups (250 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 31 fluid ounces (900 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences oils and caramel color.

 

Amber Cuban Rum is a deep golden barrel-aged reserve rum.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle into a 26 fluid ounce (750 milliliter) bottle. Fill with 25 fluid ounces (725 milliliters) of 40% alcohol/volume grain alcohol, neutral vodka orswishalcohol. Shake well to mix thoroughly. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Anisette (Pastis) is a sweet aniseed-flavored liqueur that emulsifies (becomes milky) when mixed with water.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences and oils.

 

Apricot Brandy is a delicious blend of apricot and brandy.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Bourbon Whiskey is the classic American corn-based whiskey.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle into a 26 fluid ounce (750 milliliter) bottle. Fill with 25 fluid ounces (725 milliliters) of 40% alcohol/volume grain alcohol, neutral vodka or swish alcohol. Shake well to mix thoroughly. Makes 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Canadian Rye Whiskey is the classic Canadian whiskey.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle into 26 fluid ounce (750 milliliter) bottle. Fill with 25 fluid ounces (725 milliliters) of 40% alcohol/volume grain alcohol, neutral vodka or swish alcohol. Shake well to mix thoroughly. Makes 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Caribbean Coffee is a Jamaican coffee liqueur made from coffee beans and rum.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Coconut Rum is a blend of coconut and Caribbean white rum.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and color.

 

Crème de Menthe is the classic green peppermint liqueur.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1.25 cups (250 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 31 fluid ounces (900 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and color.

 

Dark Jamaican Rum is the original dark navy rum.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle into a 26 fluid ounce (750 milliliter) bottle. Fill with 25 fluid ounces (725 milliliters) of 40% alcohol/volume grain alcohol, neutral vodka or swish alcohol. Shake well to mix thoroughly. Makes 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Hazelnut is a traditional Italian nut liqueur.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1.25 cups (250 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 31 fluid ounces (900 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Irish Cream is a blend of Irish Whisky, cream and chocolate.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. Before serving, blend 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of whipping cream into 4 fluid ounces (115 milliliters) of Irish Cream. Refrigerate any unused liqueur for a maximum of 1 week. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Italiano is a popular Italian herb and vanilla liqueur.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and color.

 

Malt Whisky (Smoked) is a strong tasting single malt style whisky.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle into a 26 fluid ounce (750 milliliter) bottle. Fill with 25 fluid ounces (725 milliliters) of 40% alcohol/volume grain alcohol, neutral vodka or swish alcohol. Shake well to mix thoroughly. Makes 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Mexican Coffee is the world’s #1 coffee liqueur.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Orange Brandy is a magical blend of orange and brandy.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 3/4 cup (150 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 29 fluid ounces (840 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and color.

 

Peach Schnapps is a classic fruit liqueur.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and color.

 

Sambuca is a popular Italian aniseed (licorice flavored) liqueur.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 3/4 cup (150 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 29 fluid ounces (840 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and color.

 

Scotch Honey Whisky is a famous blend of whisky, honey and herbs.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1.25 cups (250 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 31 fluid ounces (900 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Scotch Whisky (Blended) is based on the famous “red label” whisky.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle into a 26 fluid ounce (750 milliliter) bottle. Fill with 25 fluid ounces (725 milliliters) of 40% alcohol/volume grain alcohol, neutral vodka or swish alcohol. Shake well to mix thoroughly. Makes 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Southern Whiskey is a delicious blend of Bourbon Whiskey and citrus fruits.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1/2 cup (100 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 28 fluid ounces (810 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, oils and caramel color.

 

Swiss Chocolate Almond is a delicious blend of dark chocolate and almond.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1.25 cups (250 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 31 fluid ounces (900 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences, cocoa, oils and caramel color.

 

Triple Sec is a citrus liqueur made from marc brandy, orange peel and herbs.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle and 1 cup (200 grams) of granulated sugar into a 34 fluid ounce (1 liter) bottle. Fill with 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters) of 25-30% alcohol/volume grain alcohol or neutral vodka. Shake until the sugar has completely dissolved. If desired, thicken with 1 fluid ounce (29 milliliters) of glycerin. Makes 30 fluid ounces (870 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences and oils.

 

White Caribbean Rum is the original light, white rum.

Instructions: Pour the contents of this bottle into a 26 fluid ounce (750 milliliter) bottle. Fill with 25 fluid ounces (725 milliliters) of 40% alcohol/volume grain alcohol, neutral vodka or swish alcohol. Shake well to mix thoroughly. Makes 26 fluid ounces (750 milliliters). Product of the EU. Ingredients: Natural extracts, essences and oils.