Nov 10, 2021
Nocino (Italian walnut liquor)
Ingredients:
Whole walnuts
Pure grain alcohol (Everclear will do just fine)
Optional seasonings to taste: cinnamon, lemon, coffee beans
Simple syrup, to taste (1 part sugar to 1 part water)
Method:
Cut the walnuts in quarters and soak in alcohol, along with any desired seasonings, for a few weeks or longer depending on the strength you want.
After they are finished extracting, drain
Mix the liquid with simple syrup to taste.
Nocino is an acquired taste but wonderful. Enjoy.
* Usually made on June 24th, St John's day
Source: https://ilfiorello.com/recipe/nocino/