making your own
Honey
Rum Liqueur
The smell of honey is enough to make many people salivate. Perhaps it is in our DNA to recognize honey as a quick source of energy, or as a sweet reward after a long day of hunting or planting. Regardless of the reason, honey has always been a part of human’s diet, either as a food or a beverage. Most societies have even incorporated it into the making or flavoring of fermented and/or distilled beverages.
It seems our infatuation with honey will be eternal. So we would like to share with you an easy Honey Rum Liqueur recipe that might become a new staple in your household.
Ingredients:
- 5 cups Sugar
- 5 cups Water
- 5 cups Honey
- 5 cups Rum, medium or heavy-bodied
Procedure:
- Combine the sugar and the water in a thick pan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning or caramelization of the sugar.
- Once all the sugar has been dissolved, turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down. Transfer the syrup into a large glass jar (1 gallon or larger). Add the honey and the rum and shake or stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Skim off any foam that may form on the surface (you may have to repeat this process a couple of times over the first few days until all the foam is gone).
- Store the container in a cool, dark place and let it sit there for 2 to 4 weeks.
Makes approximately 1 gallon.