Grand marnier - homemade orange liqueur

Ingredients

• The peel of 6 medium Oranges
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups Vodka
• 1 cup Brandy
• 1 cup white granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup water

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Preparation

• Peel your oranges making sure to not get too much of the pith (white stuff)I found that a vegetable peeler did the best job but you can also use a zester if you prefer.
• Place the peel along with the vodka and brandy in covered glass jar and refrigerate for 3 weeks. After 3 weeks strain the liquid from the peel.
• Place the sugar and the water into a small pan and cook on medium heat stirring with a wooden spoon making sure the sugar completely dissolves.
• After the sugar and water have cooled add it to the orange flavored liquer.
• Pour it into a clean glass bottle or jar with a lid and store in the fridge.