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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation of Base
Flavoring Process
Prepare Herbs and Spices
While the base is infusing, prepare the herbs and spices blend. You can either use pre-mixed herbs or combine your chosen herbs.
Add Herbs and Spices
After 24 hours, add the herbs and spices blend to the jar and stir gently.
Add Flavorings
Add the orange peel, cloves, cinnamon stick, vanilla bean (split), and anise seeds to the mixture.
Long Infusion
Cover the jar again and let the mixture infuse for another 7-10 days, shaking gently every couple of days.
Final Steps
Strain Mixture
After the infusion period, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove solids.
Bottle Amaro
Bottle the strained liquid in sterilized bottles and seal them tightly.
Rest Before Serving
Let the bottled Amaro Montenegro rest for at least 2 weeks before consuming to further develop the flavors.
Garnishing
Serve and Garnish
When ready to serve, pour Amaro Montenegro over ice and garnish with lemon zest and fresh mint leaves.