Orange brandy shrub

6 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
2 cups Fresh orange juice (5-6 oranges)
1½ cup Granulated sugar
1 Bottle (26oz) brandy

Directions

Prep time: 5 minutes Steep time: 5 days This 19 th century drink got its unusual name from 'shurb', the Arabic word for drink.

In large container (non-metal) with lid, combine orange juice, sugar and brandy, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Coarsely chop rinds of 3 of the oranges and add to container. Cover and shake well. Let stand 24 hours. The next day, strain into large pitcher and discard rinds. Rinse out container, return orange juice mixture to container.

Let stand, covered for about 4 days, shaking container 4 times a day for 4 days. Pour into bottles and store in a cool, dark place.

Origin: Homemaker's Nov/Dec 1994. Shared by: Sharon Stevens, July/95.

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