The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3481 — Lemon or Orange Liqueur
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3481 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Take only the outer lemon or orange zest, 1 pound if fresh or ½ pound if dried, and cover with ¼ vedro spirit and 3 glasses water.
Keep in a warm place for about two weeks, then combine with syrup made from 3 glasses water and 6 pounds sugar.
Strain through flannel and continue as explained in the general note.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3481. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.