Krambambula Cocktail
Krambambula is a traditional Belarusian strong alcoholic drink, often enjoyed as a digestif or a warming beverage during colder months. It's a complex infusion of spirits, honey, and spices.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 ml Vodka(high quality)
- 250 ml Rum(dark rum)
- 200 g Honey(liquid honey)
- 100 ml Water
- 2 Cinnamon sticks
- 10 Cloves
- 5 Cardamom pods(lightly crushed)
- 2 Star anise
- 0.5 tsp Nutmeg(grated)
- 1 strip Orange peel(from 1 orange, pith removed)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a saucepan, combine water and honey. Heat gently, stirring until the honey is completely dissolved. Do not boil.
- 2
Remove from heat and let the honey syrup cool slightly.
- 3
In a large glass jar or bottle, combine the vodka, dark rum, and the cooled honey syrup.
- 4
Add all the spices: cinnamon sticks, cloves, crushed cardamom pods, star anise, grated nutmeg, and the strip of orange peel.
- 5
Seal the jar tightly and shake well to combine all ingredients.
- 6
Store in a cool, dark place for at least 1-2 weeks, shaking the jar every few days. The longer it steeps, the more intense the flavors will become.
- 7
After steeping, strain the Krambambula through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the spices. Discard the solids.
- 8
Pour the strained Krambambula into clean bottles. It can be served at room temperature or slightly warmed.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Adjust the amount of honey to your desired sweetness.
- ✓Experiment with different spice combinations to find your favorite.
- ✓Allowing it to steep for longer will result in a richer flavor profile.
🔄 Variations
- Add a few dried cherries or cranberries during the steeping process.
- A small amount of ginger can add a nice warmth.