Andreas Viestad's Mock Aquavit

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It’s often difficult to find aquavit here in the liquor stores of the united states. so if you have a hankering for that potent liquor, here’s a substitute for you. :) you can experiment with all sorts of flavors, not just caraway. recipe adapted from kitchen of light: new scandinavian cooking with andreas viestad" by andres viestad. prep time includes infusion."

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Steps

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Open the vodka bottle , add all the remaining ingredients , and cover tightly.

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Let stand in a cool , dark place for 2 to 3 weeks , shaking every 3 or 4 days how long you let it sit depends on how strong you want it , so taste it after 2 weeks to see if you want to let it go longer.

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When its as strong as youd like , strain the solids through a sieve and discard them , then transfer the aquavit back into the bottle.

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To serve: place your aquavit in the freezer until chilled and you can also place your 1 ounce tall glasses in the refrigerator until chilled then serve.

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Ingredients

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caraway seeds, fennel seed, dill seeds, star anise, coriander seed, clove, cinnamon stick, cumin seeds, vodka