Liqueur à La Sauge (Homemade Sage Liqueur)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Homemade Sage Liqueur perfect for any occasion

Liqueur à La Sauge (Homemade Sage Liqueur)

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

7 days

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 cups eau de vie
	3/4 cup sugar
	1 cup water
	1/2 cup sage leaf ( and sage flowers )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

15g

Fat

Liqueur à La Sauge, or Homemade Sage Liqueur, is a refreshing and unique drink that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of eau de vie, sugar, and sage leaves and flowers, this liqueur has a slight sweetness with a subtle herbal note. The process of making this drink is easy and can be customized to your preferred level of sage flavor. Whether enjoyed on its own or used as a cocktail base, this homemade sage liqueur is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	In a large jar, combine the eau de vie, sugar, and sage leaves and flowers.
2.	Cover the jar with a lid and shake it gently to combine all the ingredients.
3.	Place the jar in a dark, cool place for at least 1 week or up to a month, shaking it once a day to ensure even flavor distribution. The longer you let it sit, the stronger the flavor will be.
4.	Strain the sage and eau de vie mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the sage leaves and flowers.
5.	Pour the liqueur into a clean bottle and store it in a cool, dark place. Serve chilled or over ice.

PROS

This homemade sage liqueur has a unique and refreshing taste that is perfect for any occasion.
It can be enjoyed as an after-dinner drink or used as a cocktail base.

CONS

This drink is high in alcohol content and should be enjoyed responsibly.

As with any alcoholic beverage, it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sage has been linked to a variety of health benefits, including improved digestion and cognitive function. However, when used in this recipe, the health benefits are minimal due to the small quantity used.