Grand Ma Recipe

Combine Water and Sugar

In a medium saucepan, combine 250 ml of water and 250 g of sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Once dissolved, remove from heat and let it cool.

Add Vodka

Once the syrup has cooled, pour in 750 ml of vodka and stir well to combine. This will form the base of your liqueur.

Prepare Flavoring Ingredients

Slice the vanilla beans lengthwise to expose the seeds. Use a zester to get the zest of the lemon, avoiding the bitter white pith.

Combine Ingredients

Add the sliced vanilla beans, dried lavender, lemon zest, and fresh mint leaves to the vodka and sugar mixture. Stir gently to distribute the flavors.

Infuse the Mixture

Transfer the mixture to a clean, airtight glass jar. Seal tightly and let it sit in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks, shaking the jar gently every few days to help the flavors meld.

Taste and Adjust

After 2 weeks, taste the liqueur. If desired, you can add more sugar or additional flavoring ingredients to suit your taste. Let it infuse for additional time if needed.

Strain the Liqueur

Once you are happy with the flavor, strain the liqueur through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into clean bottles, discarding the solids.

Bottle and Store

Seal the bottles and store them in a cool, dark place. Your Grand Ma liqueur is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve chilled or as a part of a cocktail.