Polish Honey-Spiced Vodka (Krupnik)
A quick-to-prepare Polish honeyed vodka, Krupnik, combines vodka steeped with spices, enjoyable hot or cold without aging.
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Instructions
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Bring water to a boil for later use.
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Combine 2 tablespoons cold water and sugar in a large saucepan; heat until dissolved.
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Add the boiling water, vanilla bean, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, and allspice to the saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Strain the syrup through cheesecloth or a coffee filter; return it to the saucepan.
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Add honey and orange zest; heat and stir until the honey dissolves. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
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Gradually stir in the vodka.
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Serve Krupnik hot, or chill and serve cold.