VIRYTA (LITHUANIAN HONEY LIQUEUR)
This is a sweet, very potent beverage that can be found at Lithuanian festivals and Lithuanian social clubs in Baltimore. They usually pronounce it 'VIT-a-tis'. Viryta is usually homemade by descendants of Lithuanian immigrants, using recipes that have been handed down through the generations, and is a popular commodity around the holidays. It took me years to finally get someone to teach me how to make it; most of the people around Baltimore who make it are very secretive about their family recipes! I'd probably catch an earful if she knew I posted it online!
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Categories Drinks Recipes Liqueur Recipes
Time P8DT1h15m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel orange and lemon in a circular motion in a large strip. Place peels in a warm, dry area to dry for 24 hours.
- Stir honey, 1 cup water, sugar, caraway seeds, cloves, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ground nutmeg together in a large pot; bring to a rolling boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 45 minutes. Add dried orange and lemon peels to honey mixture; continue to simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat; discard fruit peels. Stir grain alcohol and remaining 2 1/2 cups water into honey mixture. Transfer mixture to a glass container and tightly cover with a lid. Place in a cool location out of direct sunlight and let set, gently swirling container every few days, for 1 week.
- Strain mixture through double-layered cheesecloth to remove sediment. Pour liqueur into bottles or decanters and seal.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 3 mg, Sugar 27.1 g
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titi gonzalez
titi18@yahoo.comI wouldn't recommend this liqueur.
Johngold John
johngoldjohn@hotmail.frI was disappointed with this liqueur. It didn't taste like I expected.
Begashaw Beyene
b.b43@hotmail.comThis liqueur is a bit too sweet for my taste.
Maliah Harris
harris_maliah@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of honey liqueur, but this one is actually pretty good.
Muxyo Zol
muxyo66@yahoo.comThis liqueur sounds delicious. I'm going to make it this weekend.
Norine Leal Sanchez
sanchez_n@gmail.comI can't wait to try this liqueur.
Zachery Page
p_zachery29@gmail.comThis liqueur is a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny.
Ameria Winters
winters_ameria68@gmail.comI love the packaging of this liqueur. It's so elegant.
Ruby Trigueros
trigueros.ruby97@yahoo.comThis liqueur is a great way to use up leftover honey.
Andy Milton
a.milton8@hotmail.co.ukI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite!
Sbahle brendon
sb62@yahoo.comThis is the perfect liqueur to enjoy after a long day.
Ali Hyder Chandio
chandio_a21@yahoo.comThis liqueur is so versatile. You can drink it on its own, use it in cocktails, or even use it in cooking.
Okafor Ernest
o-ernest16@yahoo.comI love that this liqueur is made with all-natural ingredients.
Chahd Riahi
riahi_c100@yahoo.comThis is a really special liqueur. It's perfect for a gift or for serving at a special occasion.
Lacey Brown
b_l@aol.comI've never made liqueur before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!
Lyna Ben Hadj Brahim
l-b@hotmail.comI love the unique flavor of this liqueur. It's not too sweet and not too strong.
Busulwa Marc
busulwa.marc@hotmail.co.ukThis liqueur is so smooth and flavorful. It's perfect for sipping on a cold night.
Shine Studio
s.studio@yahoo.comThis is a delicious and easy-to-make liqueur. I will definitely be making it again.
Lenelle Smith
l-smith96@yahoo.comI made this liqueur for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Edward Mullin
medward30@yahoo.comThis is the best honey liqueur I've ever had! I love the smooth, rich flavor.